Finance Manager

Primary Integrated Community Services

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about providing a high quality service.

You will be supported by a team of professionals, workingto deliver the operational management of PICS finance, forecasting and strategic goals. You will be part of the leadership team and finance committee, where you will report on monthly budgets, each quarter, trends, forecasts and annual statements.

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing accounting operations (including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Bank reconciliations, Cost Accounting, Capital Accounting and Revenue Recognition)
Streamlining and improving financial systems, operations and procedures/processes including keeping up to date with technological advances and accounting software to ensure fit for purpose
Oversight of the banking system, payments (including debit card) and internet purchasing accounts, salaries payments, NHS and other pension payments, monitoring of HMRC payments and statements

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant
Post graduate/finance related qualification

About us

We offer a comprehensive package which includes:

Part of a team of experienced managers and supported by the Managing Director who will help support your professional development
Part of the NHS Pension Scheme or an alternative government based scheme (based on eligibility) with generous employer contributions
Competitive salaries with clear progression pathways referenced to NHS Agenda for Change
Fully integrated with NHS IT systems
Generous annual leave entitlement which references NHS Agenda for Change and recognises previous NHS service

On appointment 27 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement
After 5 years 29 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement
After 10 years 33 days plus 8 days bank holiday entitlement

Competitive leave entitlement that includes sickness pay and maternity leave
Join a caring culture and a company of can do experts

Date posted

10 June 2021

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£38,890 to £51,668 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0220-21-8535

Job locations

Unit H4 Ash Tree Court

Nottingham Business Park

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG8 6PY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job purpose:

The Finance Manager is a key position in the organisation, holding responsibility for the operational management and day to day running of the organisations finances. You will also be a pivotal member of the leadership team, supporting the delivery of PICS strategic goals, focused on ensuring the organisation delivers its financial plan, achieves sustainable growth and maintains its position as a trusted, financially stable organisation in the Nottinghamshire health and care system.

Your responsibilities are diverse and include:

Managing accounting operations (including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Bank reconciliations, Cost Accounting, Capital Accounting and Revenue Recognition)
Ensuring that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed and reported including variances to budget/plans
Creating monthly budget reports, quarterly reports to identify results, trends and financial forecasts and annual financial statements
Cash flow management and debt/debt collection
Oversight of the banking system, payments (including debit card) and internet purchasing accounts, salaries payments, NHS and other pension payments, monitoring of HMRC payments and statements
Ensure strong internal controls are in place (and adhered to) by reviewing business processes and accounting policies.
Streamlining and improving financial systems, operations and procedures/processes including keeping up to date with technological advances and accounting software to ensure fit for purpose
Supervising, managing and developing finance team staff
Managing the audit process and being the point of contact for auditors on any technical accounting matters
Contributing to company financial strategy and decision-making processes including Identifying cost reduction opportunities
Assisting the FD in presenting reports to managers, finance committee and board
Supporting the production of the annual report and accounts and other financial reports
Assisting with interpretation and implementation of new regulatory and reporting standards and amendments liaising with the auditors
Strong & demonstrable leadership skills
Engaging - Keen to develop and progress members of the team (with previous demonstrable experience of doing so)
Forward thinking/innovative/challenge the status quo
Providing financial training and support to managers/budget holders
Supporting the FD with technical accounting papers for the Finance Committee
Providing corporation tax and VAT planning advice with reference to current legislation and ensuring the necessary accounting and payments are completed in a timely manner
Keeping up to date with relevant accounting, business and personal/team development opportunities
Developing external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. NHS CCG, ICS, ICP, PCNS, local partners, auditors, insurers, bankers and suppliers
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures

General:

Represent PICS at local forums as required
Provide support as required to the Managing Director and across the organisation including (but not limited to) on-call duties, facilities management, incident management, Sustainability and compliance with external assessments/requirements
To promote excellent standards across the organisation
To liaise and work with the management team and others to support the organisation

Please download the supporting documentation to read the full job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job purpose:

Your responsibilities are diverse and include:

Managing accounting operations (including Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Bank reconciliations, Cost Accounting, Capital Accounting and Revenue Recognition)
Ensuring that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed and reported including variances to budget/plans
Creating monthly budget reports, quarterly reports to identify results, trends and financial forecasts and annual financial statements
Cash flow management and debt/debt collection
Oversight of the banking system, payments (including debit card) and internet purchasing accounts, salaries payments, NHS and other pension payments, monitoring of HMRC payments and statements
Ensure strong internal controls are in place (and adhered to) by reviewing business processes and accounting policies.
Streamlining and improving financial systems, operations and procedures/processes including keeping up to date with technological advances and accounting software to ensure fit for purpose
Supervising, managing and developing finance team staff
Managing the audit process and being the point of contact for auditors on any technical accounting matters
Contributing to company financial strategy and decision-making processes including Identifying cost reduction opportunities
Assisting the FD in presenting reports to managers, finance committee and board
Supporting the production of the annual report and accounts and other financial reports
Assisting with interpretation and implementation of new regulatory and reporting standards and amendments liaising with the auditors
Strong & demonstrable leadership skills
Engaging - Keen to develop and progress members of the team (with previous demonstrable experience of doing so)
Forward thinking/innovative/challenge the status quo
Providing financial training and support to managers/budget holders
Supporting the FD with technical accounting papers for the Finance Committee
Providing corporation tax and VAT planning advice with reference to current legislation and ensuring the necessary accounting and payments are completed in a timely manner
Keeping up to date with relevant accounting, business and personal/team development opportunities
Developing external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. NHS CCG, ICS, ICP, PCNS, local partners, auditors, insurers, bankers and suppliers
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures

General:

Represent PICS at local forums as required
Provide support as required to the Managing Director and across the organisation including (but not limited to) on-call duties, facilities management, incident management, Sustainability and compliance with external assessments/requirements
To promote excellent standards across the organisation
To liaise and work with the management team and others to support the organisation

Please download the supporting documentation to read the full job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Personal qualities

Essential

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Experience

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Skills and abilities

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Person Specification

Personal qualities

Essential

Please provide details for why you would be a great fit for this role and why you have decided to apply.

Experience

Essential

Please provide detailed information of how you feel that your experience is suitable for this role; please provide examples to support your application referring to the job description and person specification for guidance.

Skills and abilities

Essential

Please provide detailed information of how you feel that your skills and ability are suitable for this role; please provide examples to support your application referring to the job description and person specification for guidance.