3752 - Senior Finance Assistant

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Interview Date: 19th December 2023

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work, and we are pleased to be recruiting for a new member of our Finance team.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our management accounting team on a fixed term basis providing finance support to the Corporate / R&D Function in the trust

As a Senior Finance assistant you will be responsible for delivery of robust monthly reporting and provision of financial advice and training to key members of the Corporate / R&D Team, thus supporting sound financial management in the Trust. A professional approach and attention to detail are key as are excellent time management skills.

We are looking for someone with relevant management accounts experience or qualification, who is reliable and pro-active, who can evidence work of a high standard, communicate well and show commitment to achieving their own goals and those of the Trust.

Ideally, the successful candidate will be a part-qualified accountant, perhaps someone who is undertaking studies towards full professional accountancy qualification.

Applications are invited from external candidates and existing NHS employees on secondment. This is an exciting time to join our Trust and you will be supported in your development and career aspirations.

For further details please contact:

Adam Hawksworth

Finance Manager

Adam.hawksworth@nhs.net / 07306004902

Main duties of the job

To work within a team of staff to provide a comprehensive financial advice and support service to budget holders, ensuring that accurate financial information is produced on a timely basis and in accordance with professional financial standards.

The post holder will primarily provide support one Clinical Business Units working directly with the finance team and various operational colleagues for the CBU the role encompasses robust production of monthly reporting via the ledger system, ensuring data integrity and timeliness, and advice and training to budget holders in understanding their finances

The post holder will also provide support to corporate trust-wide financial management functions (including cross-cover when necessary) and participate in maintaining and developing financial management systems and processes

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route.

**Please note funding for travel and associated relocation costs may not be covered by the Trust**

Please see further details below.

Date posted

24 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-3752E-11-23

Job locations

Gateway Plaza, Level 9

Sackville St

Barnsley

S70 2SB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Senior Finance Assistant - 3752

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Senior Finance Assistant - 3752

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Part-qualified AAT or equivalent qualifications / experience.

Desirable

AAT qualified.
Graduate.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Knowledge / experience of management accounting.
Knowledge of legislation and accounting procedures which impact on management accounts.

Desirable

Knowledge of NHS regulations e.g. payment by results.
Knowledge of the planning and budget setting process.

Experience

Essential

Management accounts experience.
Experience of MS Applications including Excel and Word.
Experience of interpreting and analysing financial information.

Desirable

NHS financial management experience including liaising with and supporting budget holders.
Understanding of costing techniques.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Finance ledger system understanding and Microsoft Office (predominantly Excel) proficiency are a key attribute required to carry out this role.
Significant requirement from candidate pool.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Part-qualified AAT or equivalent qualifications / experience.

Desirable

AAT qualified.
Graduate.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Knowledge / experience of management accounting.
Knowledge of legislation and accounting procedures which impact on management accounts.

Desirable

Knowledge of NHS regulations e.g. payment by results.
Knowledge of the planning and budget setting process.

Experience

Essential

Management accounts experience.
Experience of MS Applications including Excel and Word.
Experience of interpreting and analysing financial information.

Desirable

NHS financial management experience including liaising with and supporting budget holders.
Understanding of costing techniques.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Finance ledger system understanding and Microsoft Office (predominantly Excel) proficiency are a key attribute required to carry out this role.
Significant requirement from candidate pool.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words describe what motivates you to do a good job.

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.