Senior Assistant Accountant (Financial Accounting & Governance)

Powys Teaching Health Board

The closing date is 27 January 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Financial Management department of Powys Teaching Health Board who are seeking a SeniorAssistant Accountant for Financial Accounting & Governance

Main duties of the job

The aim of the role is to provide proactive financial support across the Health Board, advising on all aspects of financial management including.o ensuring there is a robust financial governance control environment in operation within the Health Board.o responsible for the review and monitoring of financial control procedures, including the provision of advice and support on aspects Financialgovernance and controls including compliance with the Health Board Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orderso supporting the wider Financial Accounting Team, on areas such as the production of the Health Board annual accounts, monitoring ofoutstanding creditors and debtors and the management of cash. The Postholder will also provide support and oversight on financial aspects ofthe Health Board's Charitable Fund.o being the key link with NHS Wales Shared Services Purchase to Pay Team to assist in driving the Health Boards continuous modernisationagenda in regards to procurement and financial business processes.oTo prepare and report to the Charitable Funds Committee the Charitable Funds annual accounts as defined by Charity Commission Guidelines and requirements.

oIn pursuit of continuous improvement within the finance department the post holder will assist on developing and enhancing standard operating procedures within the corporate finance function, ensuring compliance and act in a supporting role to ensure system weaknesses are quickly addressed and resolved.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Date posted

13 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

070-AC004-0125

Job locations

Bronllys Hospital

Finance Department, Monnow Ward

Bronllys

LD3 0LY


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder should have good communication skills as you will be liaising with the Directorate Budget Holders, including members of theExecutive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis. In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, andis a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHSservices.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder should have good communication skills as you will be liaising with the Directorate Budget Holders, including members of theExecutive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis. In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, andis a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHSservices.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Part Qualified CCAB

Essential

  • Part Qualified CCAB

Previous experience of the NHS finance regime

Essential

  • Previous experience of the NHS finance regime and NHS financial management agenda

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of the NHS finance regime, with understanding of NHS infrastructure and financial management agenda
  • Experience of financial management / financial accounting in a complex organisation
  • Demonstrated ability to critically review, appraise, and amend business processes
  • Experience of communicating effectively and confidently both verbally and in writing and internally and externally on all areas of role
  • Extensive experience of using financial accounting & spreadsheet packages
  • Well-developed communication skills
  • Ability to explain complex financial processes and data to non-financial people
  • Experience in preparation of core working papers for annual and Charitable Funds accounts
  • Aptitude & Abilities
  • Values

Desirable

  • Studying for a CCAB qualification
  • Ability to speak Welsh
Person Specification

Part Qualified CCAB

Essential

  • Part Qualified CCAB

Previous experience of the NHS finance regime

Essential

  • Previous experience of the NHS finance regime and NHS financial management agenda

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of the NHS finance regime, with understanding of NHS infrastructure and financial management agenda
  • Experience of financial management / financial accounting in a complex organisation
  • Demonstrated ability to critically review, appraise, and amend business processes
  • Experience of communicating effectively and confidently both verbally and in writing and internally and externally on all areas of role
  • Extensive experience of using financial accounting & spreadsheet packages
  • Well-developed communication skills
  • Ability to explain complex financial processes and data to non-financial people
  • Experience in preparation of core working papers for annual and Charitable Funds accounts
  • Aptitude & Abilities
  • Values

Desirable

  • Studying for a CCAB qualification
  • Ability to speak Welsh

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys Hospital

Finance Department, Monnow Ward

Bronllys

LD3 0LY


Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys Hospital

Finance Department, Monnow Ward

Bronllys

LD3 0LY


Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Assistant Director of Finance(Accounting&Services)

Sarah Pritchard

sarah.pritchard@wales.nhs.uk

01874712704

Date posted

13 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

070-AC004-0125

Job locations

Bronllys Hospital

Finance Department, Monnow Ward

Bronllys

LD3 0LY


Supporting documents

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