Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for producing timely and accurate monthly budget reports, financial and activity analysis, forecasts, and variance analysis for several of the Trust's Directorates. This will include supporting budget holders in the production of annual business plans and in the budget setting process.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all financial plans and developments of Directorates align with the Trust's strategies and organisational priorities.
The post holder will be required to meet regularly with budget holders at all levels of the Organisation and provide expert advice on financial policy, planning and controls to ensure that budgets are managed appropriately. This will include identifying risks and opportunities and responding to these by formulating and implementing appropriate actions.
The post holder will provide financial advice and information to the Directorate Accountant, the Head of Financial Reporting, the Deputy Directors of Finance, and the Director of Finance, to aid in decision making.
About us
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified CCAB Accountant or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced computer skills especially Microsoft Excel
- Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Organisational skills to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience of the NHS finance regime.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a financial management role.
- Experience in budget setting and budget monitoring.
Desirable
- Experience of managing a team, including supporting their professional development.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to learning, best practice and delivering a quality service.
Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and resilient.
- Ability to travel to locations across the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified CCAB Accountant or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced computer skills especially Microsoft Excel
- Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Organisational skills to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience of the NHS finance regime.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a financial management role.
- Experience in budget setting and budget monitoring.
Desirable
- Experience of managing a team, including supporting their professional development.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to learning, best practice and delivering a quality service.
Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and resilient.
- Ability to travel to locations across the Trust.
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).
