Finance Adviser, Jrn 20982 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Northumbria Police

Northumbria Police
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Finance Adviser, JRN 20982

  • Vacancy Type
  • Police Staff
  • Area Command / Department
  • Finance Department
  • Location
  • Newcastle
  • Contract Type
  • Permanent
  • Hours
  • Full Time
  • Salary Range
  • N/A
  • Closing Date
  • 11/04/2024

Role:

Salary:
Career Graded 4-8, £24,921 - £37,584 per annum

Location:
Agile, Forth Banks Police Station and homeworking

Hours/Contract:
Full time, permanent

Working for #TeamNP
Our purpose at Team NP is simple: to keep people safe and to fight crime.

But it takes more than officers alone to do the job - and that's where our 2,000-strong team of police staff and 200 volunteers come in.


As one of the largest police forces in England we have a huge variety of departments and specialisms offering you endless opportunities.

From mentoring and coaching schemes and online soft skills courses to leadership development programmes; we'll give you the support, training and time to carve out the career you always wanted.


As one of the top 50 UK inclusive employers and a disability confident employer, we promote a culture of respect in the workplace so everyone can feel seen, heard and valued.


Whether you're a member of staff or a volunteer, you can also expect first-rate support to manage your health and wellbeing.

With year-round events, a 24/7 welfare support hotline and a leading approach to neurodiversity, our initiatives enable you to be at your best.


Above all else, here at Team NP, we can offer you a career that is so much more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of something that really matters.

Learn about our full benefits package


The role


Here at Northumbria Police, we think our region is amazing It takes a great deal of people from different backgrounds, with diverse skills and experience to serve our force area effectively, think you have what it takes to help us make a difference? This could be the perfect time for you to join us in our Finance Department as a Finance Adviser.


We have 2 permanent vacancies:

  • 1 x Finance Adviser to work in Accountancy Services who are responsible for the provision and maintenance of a financial, costing and budgetary service to the force and the formulation and dissemination of financial management and costing information.
  • 1 x Finance Adviser to work across the Exchequer and Finance System functions who are responsible for the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Expense claims and Finance Systems services.


These roles would be perfect for individuals looking to progress in their finance career, gaining knowledge and experience of working in a large organisation.


What you'll do

  • Monitoring budgets and control accounts, investigating and challenging unexpected financial transactions and liaising with other sections and departments to resolve issues and produce accurate financial information and reports.
  • Working with senior managers from across the force to ensure accurate projections and provide advice, whilst ensuring they understand their current financial position.
  • Supporting the financial budgeting cycle including budget setting, medium term financial planning, financial yearend, annual statements of account and Whole of Government Accounts (WGA). Support the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, including Invoice query management, dealing directly with Suppliers to ensure payments are made in line with contract payment terms, putting in place payment terms with our customers and following up with debt procedures to
  • Supporting VAT reporting, Bank reconciliation and income allocation processes. Conducting internal reviews on finance processes and providing recommendations for improvements, helping to drive efficiencies.
  • Assisting with the submission of CIPFA statistical data, statutory returns to government and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

What you'll bring

  • You have obtained AAT level 4 accounting qualification or equivalent and are able to demonstrate experience of working in a busy finance function.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. An ability to work using your own initiative in an innovative and proactive manner,
- ing problem solving skills where required.

  • Strong attention to detail and high personal and professional standards.
  • Experience of operating to strict deadlines.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Office, in particular, Excel.
Harnessing these differences creates a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, and their talents are fully utilised. Appointments are based on merit alone.


What we offer

  • 26 days' leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
  • Enhanced maternity shared parental and adoption leave
  • Flexi time allowing you to fit your working hours around your individual needs Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
  • Agile working option to work from home, your team z
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