Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, 37.5hrs per week Support Accountant within the Financial Management Team in Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be part of the Community Services Business Unit and will be expected to help the services meet all their financial requirements. The post holder will work within the Financial Management Team for Community Services, delivering financial support and understanding to the Services Managers and Leads within the Business Unit and assisting with the financial position for the Business Unit. This is a role at Band 4 or Band 5 depending on experience and qualifications.
The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received. The organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Responsibilities
* Budget statement reconciliation and analysis.
* Producing budget statements from the ledger.
* Investigating variances and making any necessary adjustments.
* Implementing adjustments to income and expenditure for forecast and budget setting.
* Validation of new spend and involvement in business cases.
* Working closely with the assistant management accountant.
* Active engagement with budget holders and other Trust colleagues.
* Support the Business Unit Accountant / Directorate Accountant in providing a high-quality financial management accounting service.
* Assist in supervising the Accountancy Assistant and undertake specific projects as defined by the Business Unit Accountant / Directorate Accountant.
* Organise, co-ordinate, input and manipulate data within the computerised accounting system.
* Produce monthly financial management budget reports for managers within strict financial timescales, with supporting information, and analyse reasons for expenditure variances.
* Analyse complex financial trends and compile forecasts of income and expenditure.
* Investigate queries and provide advice, support and training to Directorate Managers.
Requirements and qualifications
* Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and extensive experience with Microsoft Excel.
* Experience completing month end activities and data processing/analysis using Microsoft Office applications.
* Ability to interrogate ledger sub-systems and organise data within the computerised accounting system.
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team and prioritise fluctuating demands.
* Excellent communication skills for engaging with budget holders and colleagues.
Development and Career
The post holder is expected to take an active interest in developing skills, experience and future career, with support provided to ensure development needs are met.
Other information
Annex 20 – Development of Professional Roles: upon completion of an agreed set of competencies you may move onto the next pay band without applying for a higher-level post.
Applicants who are members of the Armed Forces, those with a disability who require support, and those who meet essential criteria will be interviewed under the Trust's interview guarantee scheme. The Trust is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Please read the applicant guidance notes before submitting an application. DBS checks may be required with the applicant paying any DBS certification costs.
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