Location: Dorset Police Headquarters - Winfrith Dorchester
Contract Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 6 months
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hourly Rate: £27.05
Are you ready to take your financial expertise to the next level? Our client Dorset Police are seeking a dynamic Senior Financial Accountant to provide essential support to Dorset Police and Devon & Cornwall Police. If you have a passion for financial analysis and a knack for leading teams, we want to hear from you!
### What You'll Do:
As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will:
Deliver Financial Support: Provide senior-level financial insights to ensure compliance with regulations and the production of unqualified annual accounts.
Oversee Annual Accounts: Coordinate the preparation of statutory requirements, including prime statements and Whole Government Accounts.
Lead Training Initiatives: Deliver training sessions to the Finance Department, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Manage Relationships: Liaise with actuaries, valuers, and external bodies to maintain accurate valuations and sustain key relationships.
Develop Strategies: Support the Head of Financial Accounting in developing strategies and systems, ensuring robust processes are in place for accuracy and consistency.### Your Skills & Experience:
To excel in this role, you will need:
A degree and full membership of a CCAB body (or equivalent) along with extensive post-qualification experience.
Proven ability to analyse and present complex financial data effectively.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to influence a diverse audience.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience in directing teams and managing performance.
A problem-solver mindset with a track record of identifying challenges and implementing solutions.### Why Join Us?
This is your chance to be part of an organisation that values excellence and integrity. We offer:
A Competitive Hourly Rate: Enjoy a rewarding pay of £27.05 per hour.
Professional Growth: Be part of a team that prioritises continuous improvement and training.
Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a blend of office and potential home working to suit your lifestyle.
Hybrid Working
Note: The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced vetting in line with the organisation's policies, you must have resided within the UK continuously for the past 5 years at the time of application.
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