Location
London
Job summary
The SIA is the organisation responsible for the regulation of private security. It is an independent, arm’s length body (ALB) of the Home Office, reporting to the Home Secretary, under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The SIA’s purpose is protecting the public through effective regulation of the private security industry and working with partners to raise standards across the sector. Its regulatory remit covers the whole of the United Kingdom.
The SIA has two main duties: the compulsory licensing of individuals undertaking designated activities within the private security industry and the management of a voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme, which measures private security suppliers against independently assessed criteria.
SIA licensing covers security operatives who are in guarding, door supervision, close protection, cash and valuables in transit, and public space surveillance using CCTV, vehicle immobilisation (in Northern Ireland) and key holding. Licensing ensures that private security operatives are fit and proper persons who are properly trained and qualified to do their job.
Job description
Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career and play a pivotal role in a high-profile public body?
We areseekingan experienced and motivated Management Accountant to join our finance team and help strengthen financial insight,governanceand performance across the organisation.
In this role, you will work closely with senior leaders, budgetholdersand operational teams to ensure robust financial control,accuratereportingand high-quality decision support. You will take a lead role in month-end processes, budgeting and forecasting, managementreportingand financial analysis, helping stakeholders clearly understand their financial position and risks.
You willprovideexpert guidance on financial matters, contribute to business planning and organisational projects and play an active part in improving financial systems,processesand reporting. Your work will directly support the SIA’s mission to improve public safety by regulating the private security industry – making this a role with genuine purpose and impact.
If you have strong analytical skills, experience in financial reporting and business partnering and the confidence to work collaboratively across teams, we would love to hear from you.
Person specification
Essential
- Experience of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Experience with month-end processes.
- Ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Excel or financial systems.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in finance or accounting (CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS, ICAI) or a willingness to study.
- Experience in the public sector or similar environment.
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Management Accountant in City of London employer: Security Industry Authority
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Security Industry Authority Recruitment Team
