Job overview
We are looking for a motivated individual to develop their career and use their personal and professional skills to their full extent in this challenging and fast moving environment.
We are an award winning team who were the recipients of the HFMA NW Finance Team Of The Year Award June 2022, which is recognition of the excellent service and culture our team has, whilst supporting our operational and clinical colleagues deliver core clinical services.
This role will support the newly created LSC Pathology Single Service, with the successful candidate supporting the services to develop and evolve as a part of larger transformational work. The Divisional Financial Advice team works incredibly closely with our operational colleagues to drive efficiencies and value for money and is looking for someone with a shared passion to drive this forward and join our team.
Reporting into the Financial Advisor, a permanent vacancy has arisen for a Senior Assistant Financial Advisor to provide financial advice, technical support and assistance to the LSC Pathology Single Service, aiding with the delivery of a financial management and reporting service. This will include liaising with a wide variety of budget holders (clinical and non-clinical), having a keen eye for detail in month-end reporting, and line management for an Assistant Financial Advisor. Working within reporting timescales, and answering queries in a timely manner is a key work ethic of the team.
Main duties of the job
We offer an agile working policy - currently 40% office / 60% remote working and flexible working hours to be as amenable as possible for the individual whilst supporting business needs.
You will be responsible for managing the overspending cost centre process for the Division - preparing the working file, analysing variances and generating action plans with budget holders to mitigate issues. You will also maintain and analyse the general ledger so that the production of budget statements are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
You will produce reports to assist with the monitoring and review of the monthly financial position, creating strong relationships with budget holders and providing support with all financial matters.
The Trust supports both personal and professional development whilst having a positive progressive organisational culture. This is further supported by the team being a Future Focused Finance (FFF) level 3 accredited organisation The department has strong talent management, career progression and succession planning as well as effective personal development reviews ensuring all staff are committed and able to thrive through their development.
Working for our organisation
Why Choose OneLSC and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals:
* A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
* Cutting-edge facilities and technology
* Opportunities for continuous professional development
* A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
🛌 About Us: With over 1000 beds, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals stands as a beacon of healthcare excellence. Our specialties range from the conventional to the extraordinary, as we proudly serve as a Tertiary Centre for Lancashire and South Cumbria in Neurosciences, Trauma, Oncology, and Renal Medicine.
🌍 Your Impact: Be part of a team that's not just meeting healthcare needs but exceeding them. Whether you're in Neurosciences, Trauma, Oncology, or Renal Medicine, your contribution matters. Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is the nexus where expertise meets compassion, and we're inviting you to make a difference.
🤝 Open to All Applications: This is not just a job; it's a calling. One LSC and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications from individuals across various trusts, fostering diversity, and enriching our healthcare community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below should be undertaken in accordance with the levels of competence as defined in the KSF outline for this post.
* To actively develop internal relationships and work with key stakeholders across the Trust.
* To be responsible for personal and professional development.
* Effectively monitor and maintain the general ledger for the Division.
* Support the monitoring of performance against budget during the year, identify and analyse variances and take appropriate action promptly and effectively
* Support the production of achievable financial plans for services in conjunction with the Financial Advisor.
* Support the identification of the financial impact of developments and proposed service changes, including the identification of the impact on other services and directorates, in conjunction with the Financial Advisor.
* Provides appropriate support to others to improve their knowledge and understanding of finance and budgets.
* Maintain a current knowledge of the appropriate legislation and Trust policies and procedures relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Person specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential criteria
* CCAB Foundation Level / AAT Technician Level / HNC/equivalent degree providing exemptions or equivalent work based experience.
Desirable criteria
* Actively studying towards & committed to completion of CCAB qualification.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Detailed Understanding of Accounting Procedures
* Evidence of a sound knowledge of NHS Finance
* Experience of formulating budgets for a department or section
Desirable criteria
* An understanding of the NHS Income regime
* Knowledge of Service Line Reporting involvement in efficiency schemes.