Senior Financial Accountant (Police Finance)

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Senior Financial Accountant to join the Alliance Finance Department supporting Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. The role is based in Exeter (or Winfrith) and offers a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Support the production of annual statutory accounts for both police forces.
• Oversee capital accounting, treasury activities and statutory returns.
• Liaise with auditors, actuaries, valuers and senior stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team.
• Assist in strategic financial planning, including capital programmes and medium‑term strategies.
• Deputise for the Head of Financial Accounting as required.

Required profile

• Fully qualified CCAB accountant (or equivalent) with substantial post‑qualification experience.
• Proven ability to produce and interpret complex financial information.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent, full‑time contract (37 hours per week).
• Hybrid working with regular home‑working days.
• Opportunity to work across two police forces in a supportive environment.
• Competitive salary ranging from £52,194 to £57,186 per annum.