Job overview
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting senior finance colleagues to deliver accurate, timely financial accounts and high-quality information that underpins effective decision-making across the Trust.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in financial accounting, gain hands‑on experience in a complex organisation, and be part of a team that truly values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
Main duties of the job
You’ll contribute to the planning, monitoring, control, and reporting of the Trust’s assets and liabilities, helping ensure strong financial governance, integrity, and compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your financial accounting expertise, gain exposure to complex financial systems, and be actively involved in improving processes and supporting robust financial management.
Alongside core accounting responsibilities, you’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, support audits, contribute to system improvements, and help translate financial information into meaningful insights for stakeholders.
Benefits
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Person specification
Knowledge
* Proven Financial Experience
* Comprehensive knowledge of accounting concepts and methodologies
Qualifications
* Degree or Equivalent Study toward Professional CCAB Qualification or AAT with evidence of passes of the minimum at foundation levels
Further Training
* Financial skills through training
Experience
* Ability to analyse complex data and information
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