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About the Department
The Department for Work and Pensions is one of the largest Departments in Whitehall, managing the delivery of benefit payments to citizens totaling over £200bn annually.
Role Overview
As a Finance Professional in Government, your role is to protect public funds and add value through finance assurance activities.
Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for fully or partially Qualified Accountants to join the Financial Management and Partnering Directorate. The Directorate supports the business in developing credible multi-year plans that deliver objectives, supported by robust financial forecasts. We also ensure financial matters are considered in long-term policy and service delivery decisions.
Team Structure and Responsibilities
Financial Management and Partnering is organized into teams supporting each of the DWP Directors General. These roles involve developing strategic understanding of financial positions, building relationships with budget holders and key suppliers, mitigating risks, and providing advice and challenge.
We prepare reports for HM Treasury, develop business cases, and use management information packs to showcase financial positions and future plans, supporting strategic decision-making for services with a total expenditure of over £9bn annually.
Additional Responsibilities
You may be responsible for line managing a team of Finance Business Partners, leading technical accounting treatments, and ensuring alignment with Departmental policy.
Our Role
Our role is to ensure the Department's funding and performance are managed and communicated effectively to support senior decision-making.
Further Information
For more details on roles and career progression, refer to the Finance Career Framework. DWP is a Disability Confident employer, offering interviews to applicants who declare a disability and meet minimum criteria.
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