Head of Management Accounting and Reporting

Job Title: Head of Management Accounting and Reporting

Salary: circa £77,332 (plus London Allowances of £2,928)

The MPS also offers a generous civil service pension scheme Benefits of the pension scheme - Civil Service Pension Scheme

Why Join Us:

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) stands as the UK's largest police force, dedicated to safeguarding London - a vibrant, diverse, and globally influential city. With a workforce of nearly 46,000 officers and staff, the MPS is a cornerstone of public safety, serving a population of over 8.6 million residents across 620 square miles.

Headquartered at New Scotland Yard, the MPS operates with a budget of approximately £4.4 billion, representing about 25% of the total police funding for England and Wales. This substantial investment underscores the MPS's commitment to delivering high-quality policing services.

The MPS's mission is encapsulated in its strategic plan, "A New Met for London," which focuses on three key priorities: delivering more trust, reducing crime, and upholding high standards. This plan is informed by over 10,000 interactions with Londoners, aiming to align the MPS's objectives with the needs and expectations of the community.

As part of a dynamic and evolving organisation, joining the MPS offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change, engage in complex and impactful work, and be part of a team that is dedicated to making London a safer place for all its residents.

About the Role:

The Head of Management Accounting and Reporting will play a central role in leading the management accounting and financial reporting function for the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). You will ensure the delivery of robust, timely, and transparent financial performance reporting, enabling strategic and operational decision-making across all business areas. This role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on how financial information is used to drive value and improve service delivery across one of the largest police forces in the UK.

Reporting to the Director of Financial Management, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial performance reporting function and ensuring the alignment of financial practices with the MPS’s strategic objectives. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to present clear, actionable financial narratives and support long-term financial planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Management Accounting and Reporting function, ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent financial information to support executive decision-making.
• Develop and present financial performance updates to the Executive Committee (ExCo) and Management Board, providing actionable insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Strategic Finance and Finance Business Partners to align financial reporting with organisational priorities and statutory responsibilities.
• Oversee the monthly reporting cycles and ad hoc commissions, ensuring outputs meet senior leaders' needs and reflect the full financial position of the MPS.
• Lead and develop the Management Accounting and Reporting team, driving continuous improvement and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Best in practise on visualisation through financial reporting.

The Ideal Candidate:

You will be a fully qualified accountant (e.g., CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with a strong background in financial reporting and management accounting. You will bring experience in leading financial teams, ensuring consistent delivery of financial performance insights and reports. Your communication skills will be exceptional, with the ability to present financial matters clearly to senior non-financial audiences. You will have experience in managing complex financial reporting processes and be able to drive continuous improvement and standardisation across financial practices.

Additional skills and experience required:

• Extensive experience in financial planning, management accounting, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and present clear, actionable insights to senior leaders.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in managing and developing a high-performing finance team.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with senior management and external partners.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage high-volume, time-sensitive deliverables.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting practices.

Please note: This role will be subject to security vetting.

For more information, or to apply, please contact Jack Murphy for a confidential discussion:

📞 07921 335 787

✉️ [email protected]

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 12 August 2025 at 11:55pm.