We have some great trainee and apprentice opportunities available throughout the year for motivated individuals who want to start a rewarding career in public finance and accountancy. You could be placed with a leading public sector employer on a three year fixed term contract with full sponsorship to complete the CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification (CIPFA PQ).
Get in touch to find out more about our trainee and apprenticeship programmes.
CIPFA trainee and apprenticeship vacancies
CIPFA Trainee Accountant for West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner
Location: Birmingham
Start date: TBC
Application closing date: 12 noon on Friday 8 November 2024
Salary: Year 1: Grade 4, £26,487 – £29,874, Year 2: Grade 5, £29,874 – £33,915, Year 3, Grade 6, £34,968 – £40,950
Interview/Assessment dates: There will be a two-stage interview selection process for this role. First interviews will be held on Wednesday 20 November. Selected candidates will then move to a second stage interview which will be held on Thursday 28 November 2024.
Number of vacancies: One
Benefits
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to the reduction and prevention of crime, so by joining us you’ll be actively contributing to improving the West Midlands region. You will get to work alongside great people who are passionate about driving improvement and change! In return for your valued contribution we provide an impressive employee benefits package:
- Diverse, Inclusive and supportive organisation
- Flexible working
- Hybrid working from home policy
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Pay progression through multiple increments
- Learning & Development opportunities
- Access to an employee benefits package
- Committed to being an anti-racist and trauma informed organisation
About the organisation
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner - Home - West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner (westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk) - holds the West Midlands Police to account for its Policing outcomes and its value for money in the spending of its £0.75Bn budget. Our challenge is to ensure that both the Force and the OPCC spend all funds as efficiently and effectively as possible whilst maximising the value to frontline services. We are looking for a capable graduate or AAT qualified individual to join our team so that we can successfully support you to gain the CIPFA chartered accounting qualification.
Key responsibilities
Our finance apprenticeship programme will develop your leadership and expertise to provide sound financial management and advice that is critical to effective financial management in the public sector. The public sector is a huge employer and in most areas the NHS, local government and Policing are in the top 5 largest employers. But although we expect you to have a strong commitment to the public sector, you should know that CIPFA partners with ICAEW and qualified CIPFA members can also apply for the ACA designation.
Minimum entry requirements
You will have graduated with a 2:1 in any discipline. Or you will have AAT Level 4.
How to apply
To download an application form please visit the West Midlands Police website or phone 0121 626 6060.