Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic,
dynamic and ambitious individual to join the Financial Services team based at
The Whitehouse Business Park, Peterlee.
The successful applicant will provide support to the
Associate Director of Finance in leading the Financial Services Department at
County Durham & Darlington Foundation Trust. The department provides a comprehensive
financial accounting service to County Durham & Darlington Foundation Trust
and its subsidiary company. This encompasses accounts payable, accounts
receivable, treasury management, cashiering, charitable funds and lease cars.
Agile Working:
As part of our commitment to work life balance, the
department operate a flexible working policy, which provides flexibility for
employees to adjust working hours to reflect personal circumstances providing
the needs of the service are met.
The role is office based (Peterlee, Co Durham),
though there is potential for hybrid (home/ office) working once established
into the role.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the management and Financial Governance of
the Trusts Financial Services function, including the provision of Financial
Services to its wholly owned subsidiary, ensuring the efficiency,
effectiveness, integrity and business focus of all financial systems and
processes.
To provide support and contribute to the production of the
Group and Trusts Statutory Returns including the Annual Accounts ensuring they
represent a true and fair view and that they are submitted, meeting timescales
and fulfilling NHS guidance and legal requirements.
You will be joining a highly experienced team who will
provide the necessary support to help you develop into the role. The department
have a comprehensive learning and development plan and will support you with
training and mentoring to ensure continuous knowledge and skills development.
The Financial Services department plays an important role in
the delivery of an effective NHS and this role offers a great opportunity for
you to make a real difference to our staff and patients.
For all enquiries, please contact
Kathrine.Armstrong@nhs.net
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the effective management and control of the
Financial Services function so that the Trust meets its statutory financial
duties, ensuring the delivery of a high quality service by setting and monitoring
objectives and standards of performance of each constituent section and the
staff employed within the function.
To provide support and contribute to the production of the
Group and Trusts Statutory Returns including the Annual Accounts ensuring they
represent a true and fair view and that they are submitted, meeting timescales
and fulfilling NHS guidance and legal requirements.
To contribute towards the development of the short, medium
and long-term financial strategy which enables the Organisation to meet its
business plan goals and to achieve statutory financial targets. This includes
the preparation of annual year end forecast and future year balance sheet and
cashflow projections as well as supporting the preparation of a 12 month
rolling cash flow forecast, to ensure adequate levels are maintained
To review
the accounting systems and records of the Trust to ensure that the quality of
financial reporting is maximised, and that best practice is maintained,
including supporting the production of Monthly Cash-flow and Statement of
Financial Position Monitoring information for inclusion within the Trust Board
reports.
Keep up
to date with changes in legislation and update, produce and implement
appropriate policies, procedures and documentation as required which will be
used by the Trust.
To be
responsible for the production of financial procedure notes in line with the
requirements of corporate governance including Standing Financial Instructions;
Standing Orders; Scheme of Delegation, ensuring the Trust complies with current
Department of Health guidance and Directives and also Audit recommendations.
Provision
of Advice to other Finance and Non Finance Managers by dissemination of expert
knowledge of financial and accounting procedures or financial legislation
Please see the attached job description for further details
of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the effective management and control of the
Financial Services function so that the Trust meets its statutory financial
duties, ensuring the delivery of a high quality service by setting and monitoring
objectives and standards of performance of each constituent section and the
staff employed within the function.
To provide support and contribute to the production of the
Group and Trusts Statutory Returns including the Annual Accounts ensuring they
represent a true and fair view and that they are submitted, meeting timescales
and fulfilling NHS guidance and legal requirements.
To contribute towards the development of the short, medium
and long-term financial strategy which enables the Organisation to meet its
business plan goals and to achieve statutory financial targets. This includes
the preparation of annual year end forecast and future year balance sheet and
cashflow projections as well as supporting the preparation of a 12 month
rolling cash flow forecast, to ensure adequate levels are maintained
To review
the accounting systems and records of the Trust to ensure that the quality of
financial reporting is maximised, and that best practice is maintained,
including supporting the production of Monthly Cash-flow and Statement of
Financial Position Monitoring information for inclusion within the Trust Board
reports.
Keep up
to date with changes in legislation and update, produce and implement
appropriate policies, procedures and documentation as required which will be
used by the Trust.
To be
responsible for the production of financial procedure notes in line with the
requirements of corporate governance including Standing Financial Instructions;
Standing Orders; Scheme of Delegation, ensuring the Trust complies with current
Department of Health guidance and Directives and also Audit recommendations.
Provision
of Advice to other Finance and Non Finance Managers by dissemination of expert
knowledge of financial and accounting procedures or financial legislation
Please see the attached job description for further details
of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing staff and working within a high performing team.
- Experience of delivering against competing priorities and deadlines Experience of computerised accounting financial systems and advanced experience in use of Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience of implementing change.
Qualifications
Essential
- The post holder must be a fully qualified accountant and member of a relevant CCAB professional body
- Post professional accountancy experience in a relevant post Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience of working within the finance department of a complex organisation
- Highly developed, In depth specialist knowledge and experience of financial and accounting procedures, financial aspects of NHS legislation and NHS finance policies.
- Detailed understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and their application within the NHS.
- The ability to advise, influence, persuade and constrain staff, including those of greater seniority, in matters effecting financial performance and delivery of financial objectives. This will include the presentation of complex financial and non-financial information to non-financial managers, occasionally in large groups.
- Possesses persuasive/influencing skills to advise on the operational consequences of alternatives courses of action/options. Has the ability to challenge budget holders as to their actions, and ensure that Trust policies and procedures are adhered to. Good understanding of the NHS including the political and business agenda The ability to effectively communicate complex, contentious or sensitive information to staff of a wide variety of professional backgrounds and seniority. Understands, and can effectively convey current financial concepts clearly and persuasively.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills both written and oral Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to cope with rapid and sustained change Ability to plan and manage own workload to ensure workload is delivered to a high quality within deadlines.
- Capable of working independently, under pressure and deliver high quality work within challenging deadlines
- Positive attitude
- Flexible and responsive
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing staff and working within a high performing team.
- Experience of delivering against competing priorities and deadlines Experience of computerised accounting financial systems and advanced experience in use of Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience of implementing change.
Qualifications
Essential
- The post holder must be a fully qualified accountant and member of a relevant CCAB professional body
- Post professional accountancy experience in a relevant post Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Significant experience of working within the finance department of a complex organisation
- Highly developed, In depth specialist knowledge and experience of financial and accounting procedures, financial aspects of NHS legislation and NHS finance policies.
- Detailed understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and their application within the NHS.
- The ability to advise, influence, persuade and constrain staff, including those of greater seniority, in matters effecting financial performance and delivery of financial objectives. This will include the presentation of complex financial and non-financial information to non-financial managers, occasionally in large groups.
- Possesses persuasive/influencing skills to advise on the operational consequences of alternatives courses of action/options. Has the ability to challenge budget holders as to their actions, and ensure that Trust policies and procedures are adhered to. Good understanding of the NHS including the political and business agenda The ability to effectively communicate complex, contentious or sensitive information to staff of a wide variety of professional backgrounds and seniority. Understands, and can effectively convey current financial concepts clearly and persuasively.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills both written and oral Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to cope with rapid and sustained change Ability to plan and manage own workload to ensure workload is delivered to a high quality within deadlines.
- Capable of working independently, under pressure and deliver high quality work within challenging deadlines
- Positive attitude
- Flexible and responsive
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
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).
