Senior Finance Officer - Part-Time 30 hours per week

• Location: Hindlip
• Job Type: Part time
• 30 hours per week
• 6 month contract
• Salary: £56,500 pro rata

The Finance Officer will also support the Treasurer in their statutory duties and responsibilities and may deputise in their absence.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide operational financial support to the OPCC, contributing to the delivery of the Police and Crime Plan outcomes and objectives.
• Lead the preparation of the annual revenue budget for the OPCC, ensuring it aligns with the priorities and strategic direction.
• Offer support regarding resource availability from central government, setting of the precept, and collection fund position as part of the annual budget setting cycle.
• Collaborate closely with senior finance teams on the development of the force budget, ensuring it meets the PCC’s priorities.
• Lead on operational OPCC financial reporting, attend meetings with partners, and represent the PCC’s financial interests.
• Provide expert financial support and advice in the development and implementation of financial strategies and plans.
• Support governance arrangements to ensure sound financial management within the OPCC and the Force.
• Lead on risk management arrangements, maintaining the PCC’s risk management strategy and risk registers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Full CCAB qualification (CIPFA preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in a professional accounting environment, ideally within a large organisation.
• Experience or awareness of working in a political environment subject to public scrutiny.
• Proven track record in budget management and providing financial support at a senior level.
• Strong ability to interpret and extrapolate financial data and present complex information clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.