Law Accountant

Law Accountant Police Scotland was established on 1 April 2013 and is responsible for policing across the whole of Scotland with a unique range of urban, rural, island and remote communities. It is the second largest force in the UK with 22,000 officers and staff working together for the people of Scotland. Our purpose is to improve the safety and wellbeing of people, places and communities in Scotland, focusing on Keeping People Safe in line with our values of integrity, fairness and respect and with human rights at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a qualified Law Accountant who will be responsible for the provision of a high-quality service to independently review all fee notes and itemised invoices received by the Scottish Police Authority/Police Scotland from the firms of solicitors instructed to act on behalf of officers or staff involved in relevant existing legal proceedings or new cases. As the portfolios primary interface for the Law Accountant function, the role will also be responsible for the delivery of robust high quality analysis reporting and provide expert advice and guidance to Police Scotland senior management and executive members. Law Accountant Key responsibilities will include: preparing accounts of expenses, reviewing accounts, drafting objections, engaging in negotiations with Third Party agents and preparing reports for the Force Executive. The full list of Law Accountant key accountabilities can be found within the role profile. ..... full job details .....