YF421 Head of Business Development Accounting **External**
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Join West Yorkshire Police as Head of Business Development Accounting
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £ 67,728 to £ 72,147
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Closing Date: 03/10/2025 at 23:55 hours
Shape the Future of Strategic Financial Insight in Policing
West Yorkshire Police is seeking a visionary and accomplished finance professional to lead our Business Development Accounting Function. As part of the Finance and Commercial Services Directorate Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, efficient, and effective financial services that support strategic decision-making across the Force.
This is a unique opportunity to influence the financial direction of one of the UK’s largest police forces, supporting not only West Yorkshire but also the National Police Air Service and regional collaborations.
Your Role
As Head of Business Development Accounting, you will:
• Lead the development and delivery of strategic financial insight and analysis.
• Manage a team of five direct reports, including senior and assistant accountants.
• Oversee data quality, analytics, and management information functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and reporting.
• Represent the Directorate in high-level strategic forums and external partnerships.
• Maximise income generation through grants, sponsorships, and commercial opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and non-statutory financial reporting requirements.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for a fully qualified CCAB Accountant with:
• Significant post-qualification experience in a large, complex public sector organisation.
• Proven ability to influence and advise at Chief Officer level.
• Deep understanding of public sector funding, accounting policies, and legislative frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Experience in developing financial strategies and modelling techniques.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What You’ll Get in Return
• A strategic leadership role in a dynamic policing environment.
• Hybrid working model and generous flexi-time scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact on public service delivery.
Apply Now
To apply, please attach your CV and Cover Letter below, to qualify you MUST redact all personal information;
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Age
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If you’re ready to lead with purpose and drive financial excellence in public service, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The vacancy will close at 23:55 hours on the 3rd October 2025.