Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance and Performance Division of the Operations and Finance Directorate in the role of Business Systems Finance Analyst. Our team is committed to living the values of Public Health Wales and proud of the work that we do.
Main duties of the job
If you are enthusiastic about a future in finance and performance then this role could be for you. We would welcome a call to discuss any queries you may have and can arrange for a visit to meet the team if it would help with your decision on applying.
We strive to deliver work to an exceptionally high standard and draw on best practice and innovation. We are seeking to create a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy culture where our team are supported to develop and thrive. We are committed to creating and nurturing a positive, flexible and sustainable work environment.
This role encompasses Agile Working, with the office base being Capital Quarter 2 in Cardiff. There may also be a need to travel to other Public Health Wales sites on occasions.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will take a lead role in the administration, development and maintenance of the Trusts Financial Management and Business Systems ensuring system integrity, controls, interfaces,subsystems, BI tools and all closedown requirements are properly managed.
The post-holder will be expected:- to be responsible for the integrity, administration and support of all finance business systems- to be proactive in identifying potential system developments and provide advice on the most appropriate way to approach those developments, including process automation- to plan and prioritise a wide ranging annual work plan, for example developing timetables and planning resources for testing cycles; liaising with a variety of colleagues, other organisations and stakeholders to ensure reporting requirements are met and systems are kept up to date- to provide front line financial systems support and advice to a wide range of staff, managers and clinicians- to work with service providers, all Wales Oracle consortium and Public Health Wales NHS Trust colleagues to develop and improve current systems and practices- to deal with a complex array of data in the most efficient way possible, utilising a range of technological solutions and assessing the most appropriate tools- take a lead role in ensuring that all-Wales system developments are fully risk assessed, tested and successfully implemented locally- to contribute to and influence the all-Wales Oracle consortium in acquiring and developing system functionality that will benefit Public Health Wales NHS Trust and Wales as a whole- contribute to and influence all-Wales and internal user groups within the Finance and Purchase to Pay (P2P) functions- deliver improvements to end users from multiple work streams, by developing and designing bespoke solutions through a range of applications and software, including robotics- represent the Finance Systems Team as and when required
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will take a lead role in the administration, development and maintenance of the Trusts Financial Management and Business Systems ensuring system integrity, controls, interfaces,subsystems, BI tools and all closedown requirements are properly managed.
The post-holder will be expected:- to be responsible for the integrity, administration and support of all finance business systems- to be proactive in identifying potential system developments and provide advice on the most appropriate way to approach those developments, including process automation- to plan and prioritise a wide ranging annual work plan, for example developing timetables and planning resources for testing cycles; liaising with a variety of colleagues, other organisations and stakeholders to ensure reporting requirements are met and systems are kept up to date- to provide front line financial systems support and advice to a wide range of staff, managers and clinicians- to work with service providers, all Wales Oracle consortium and Public Health Wales NHS Trust colleagues to develop and improve current systems and practices- to deal with a complex array of data in the most efficient way possible, utilising a range of technological solutions and assessing the most appropriate tools- take a lead role in ensuring that all-Wales system developments are fully risk assessed, tested and successfully implemented locally- to contribute to and influence the all-Wales Oracle consortium in acquiring and developing system functionality that will benefit Public Health Wales NHS Trust and Wales as a whole- contribute to and influence all-Wales and internal user groups within the Finance and Purchase to Pay (P2P) functions- deliver improvements to end users from multiple work streams, by developing and designing bespoke solutions through a range of applications and software, including robotics- represent the Finance Systems Team as and when required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to post-graduate level or qualified by specialist experience in a financial, informatics or systems environment
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant years' experience of working in the NHS, acquiring specialist knowledge relating to a financial, informatics or systems environment
- Able to demonstrate experience of working in a customer focused manner (internal & external to the Trust)
- Demonstrable experience of delivery, including projects and system or service change, to strict deadlines
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate using SQL, VBA for development of and querying databases/reports
- Oracle Financials (all modules) administration, support and development
Skills
Essential
- Advanced level of application software skills in for example, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Word, SharePoint etc.
- Strong verbal communication skills
Desirable
- The ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of finance and procurement processes
- High degree of technical ability related to business systems
- Have a good understanding of accounting systems and requirements.
- Have an understanding of external relationships and funding sources in the NHS
Desirable
- Understanding of information processes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to post-graduate level or qualified by specialist experience in a financial, informatics or systems environment
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant years' experience of working in the NHS, acquiring specialist knowledge relating to a financial, informatics or systems environment
- Able to demonstrate experience of working in a customer focused manner (internal & external to the Trust)
- Demonstrable experience of delivery, including projects and system or service change, to strict deadlines
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate using SQL, VBA for development of and querying databases/reports
- Oracle Financials (all modules) administration, support and development
Skills
Essential
- Advanced level of application software skills in for example, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Word, SharePoint etc.
- Strong verbal communication skills
Desirable
- The ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of finance and procurement processes
- High degree of technical ability related to business systems
- Have a good understanding of accounting systems and requirements.
- Have an understanding of external relationships and funding sources in the NHS
Desirable
- Understanding of information processes
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
