Finance Officer Ref. 3391
Department: Finance, Audit and Procurement
Location(s): Central Manchester, Cheltenham, London
Salary: London: £37,281 or £38,602 (specialist pay band), Cheltenham and Central Manchester: £34,777 or £36,178 (specialist pay band)
Job Description
The finance team at MI5 plays a crucial role in managing the agency's internal spending. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for providing vital financial insights that inform decision-making across the agency.
In Financial Analysis, you will work closely with stakeholders to ensure a consistent approach to financial advice and processes. You will also use your communication skills to explain complex financial concepts to colleagues and customers who may not be familiar with them.
You may be involved in producing reports and completing analysis on them, offering financial advice, or ensuring purchase orders are actioned and requisitions are raised correctly. Additionally, you will play a key role in month and year-end processes, helping your colleagues across mission teams, enabling functions, and beyond to get their finances in order and meet requirements.
We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career in finance. Our team offers numerous opportunities for growth, whether you're just starting out or looking to progress.
As one of our Finance Officers, you will have access to a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, generous study package, paid leave, and excellent pension scheme. We are committed to helping you fulfill your potential and offer ongoing training and development opportunities.
We welcome applications from everyone, including those from under-represented groups. MI5 is Disability Confident and aims to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to any candidate who self-identifies as disabled and meets the essential criteria for the role.
The recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. The roles are based in London, Cheltenham, or Manchester, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance of the location you choose. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application.