Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant - Dyfed Powys PoliceRecruiter: Adecco Location: Police HQ, Carmarthen Contract Type: Temporary (until March 2026) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week Pay Rate: 18.98 per hour Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2-3 days office-based; potentially full-time office during training)Job PurposeTo provide a professional, high-quality, and efficient financial service that supports sound financial management and control, enhances financial performance, and contributes to organisational objectives and innovation.Key ResponsibilitiesRole-Specific Tasks:Understand International Financial Reporting Standards and accounting regulations.Assist with month-end and year-end account closures, including the Statement of Accounts.Perform timely reconciliations to ensure accurate financial ledger entries.Adhere to monthly and annual accounting and reporting schedules.Submit timely and accurate financial/statistical returns to government departments and other bodies.Support budget setting, project costing, and monitoring/reporting of variances.Produce financial reports for Chief Officers, the Police Authority, and ad hoc needs.Generic Tasks:Provide advice and guidance as required.Undertake administrative and financial activities.Deliver efficient service to internal and external customers, maintaining confidentiality.Communicate effectively across all levels.Maintain and update force systems in line with business needs.Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and ..... full job details .....