Job summary
A unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motived individual to undertake the role of Estates Financial Services Administrator, within the Financial Accounting section of the Finance Department.
The role holder will be responsible for providing a wide range of data management/administration support and financial analysis to the Estates Financial Services Manager, leading to the production of financial reporting information for both monthly and year-end financial deadlines. The post holder will also ensure process compliance with internal procedures and statutory obligations, including developing business processes alongside new systems/system functionality.
Main duties of the job
An effective working knowledge of Financial or Administration software packages and MS Windows, and strong data management, numerical and team working skills are essential. Excellent communication skills, a positive approach and the ability to meet tight deadlines are also vital.
The position offers an excellent development opportunity for a self-motivated individual seeking a challenge and who wants to make a different in the NHS.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's including Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- NVQ level 4 in administration or equivalent experience and intermediate theoretical knowledge.
- European Computer Driving Licence (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Honours Degree or AAT qualified or studying
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience of working in a relevant NHS financial services or a high volume NHS administration environment.
- Demonstrable IT experience and skills including Excel Advanced level as regular user, and Microsoft Office/Outlook
- Experience of Integrated ledger systems
- Experience of data management processes and procedures, including Information Governance requirements.
- Demonstrable Customer Service experience and ability, including conflict resolution.
Desirable
- Additional experience of working in a relevant financial/administration environment
- Access database skills.
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain professional credibility with Service Managers and other Directorate colleagues.
- Ability to meet deadlines through effective organisational and planning skills.
- Self-motivation & ability to work under own initiative
- Good oral, written and verbal reasoning communication skills
- Conscientious and methodical approach to work.
- Meticulous and attention to detail.
- Positive Team Player.
- Confidentiality.
- Flexible and adaptable - able to manage competing and changing workloads.
- Concentration skills to undertake complex and involved analysis
- High degree of numeracy
- Interpersonal skills to communicate with external bodies (ie contractors/suppliers)
Desirable
- Ability to question and learn quickly.
- Negotiation and persuasion skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's including Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- NVQ level 4 in administration or equivalent experience and intermediate theoretical knowledge.
- European Computer Driving Licence (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Honours Degree or AAT qualified or studying
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience of working in a relevant NHS financial services or a high volume NHS administration environment.
- Demonstrable IT experience and skills including Excel Advanced level as regular user, and Microsoft Office/Outlook
- Experience of Integrated ledger systems
- Experience of data management processes and procedures, including Information Governance requirements.
- Demonstrable Customer Service experience and ability, including conflict resolution.
Desirable
- Additional experience of working in a relevant financial/administration environment
- Access database skills.
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain professional credibility with Service Managers and other Directorate colleagues.
- Ability to meet deadlines through effective organisational and planning skills.
- Self-motivation & ability to work under own initiative
- Good oral, written and verbal reasoning communication skills
- Conscientious and methodical approach to work.
- Meticulous and attention to detail.
- Positive Team Player.
- Confidentiality.
- Flexible and adaptable - able to manage competing and changing workloads.
- Concentration skills to undertake complex and involved analysis
- High degree of numeracy
- Interpersonal skills to communicate with external bodies (ie contractors/suppliers)
Desirable
- Ability to question and learn quickly.
- Negotiation and persuasion skills
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).
