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Job Overview Based off experience, this job role may be offered as permanent/ fixed term/ secondment.
An opportunity has arisen for the role of Management Accountant, playing a key role in managing and reporting the financial position of the organisation. We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is ready to develop their career in an acute healthcare provider with a strong track record of delivering five-star quality care for its patients.
The postholder will provide expert financial advice to operational colleagues and play a key role in providing an effective financial management and reporting service. They will support and work closely with the Senior Financial Management team to generate, analyse and report financial information to stakeholders internal and external to the Trust.
The successful candidate will hold financial management experience in a large organisation and knowledge of the NHS finance regime. They will have excellent I.T. and communication skills and experience of managing and developing staff. They will have demonstrated the ability to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting.
Please be aware that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Permanent and Fixed Term opportunities available. Secondments will also be considered.
Main Duties of the Job
The Management Accountant's main duties will be to: Provide expert financial advice and oversight of financial management for their areas of responsibility. Lead aspects of the month-end reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of the monthly financial position both internally and externally to the organisation. Monitor financial performance against agreed budgets, analysing and reporting on variances and assisting in formulating corrective actions. Co-ordinate the budget setting and forecasting processes for their areas of responsibility. Ensure the provision of high-quality financial reporting to budget holders and other non-finance managers in order to support delivery of the Trust's strategic, corporate and financial objectives, including delivery of Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) efficiencies. Establish and maintain strong working relationships to enable effective working. The post holder will be expected to liaise with both internal departments and external bodies. Manage and develop staff.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential criteria:
CCAB/CIMA Qualified or equivalent. Knowledge Essential criteria:
Significant financial management experience. Experience within a finance function of a large organisation. Experience of income and expenditure budgets. Staff Management skills. Knowledge of accountancy policies and procedures.
Desirable criteria:
NHS Finance experience. Experience of contract monitoring and reporting. Other Essential criteria:
Strong IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office suite.
Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. We are part of an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust that is one of the best places to work for in England.
The Trust may contact you during the recruitment process for your feedback on your experience. We always aim for continuous improvement in our practice.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Overview Based off experience, this job role may be offered as permanent/ fixed term/ secondment.
An opportunity has arisen for the role of Management Accountant, playing a key role in managing and reporting the financial position of the organisation. We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is ready to develop their career in an acute healthcare provider with a strong track record of delivering five-star quality care for its patients.
The postholder will provide expert financial advice to operational colleagues and play a key role in providing an effective financial management and reporting service. They will support and work closely with the Senior Financial Management team to generate, analyse and report financial information to stakeholders internal and external to the Trust.
The successful candidate will hold financial management experience in a large organisation and knowledge of the NHS finance regime. They will have excellent I.T. and communication skills and experience of managing and developing staff. They will have demonstrated the ability to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting.
Please be aware that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Permanent and Fixed Term opportunities available. Secondments will also be considered.
Main Duties of the Job
The Management Accountant's main duties will be to: Provide expert financial advice and oversight of financial management for their areas of responsibility. Lead aspects of the month-end reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of the monthly financial position both internally and externally to the organisation. Monitor financial performance against agreed budgets, analysing and reporting on variances and assisting in formulating corrective actions. Co-ordinate the budget setting and forecasting processes for their areas of responsibility. Ensure the provision of high-quality financial reporting to budget holders and other non-finance managers in order to support delivery of the Trust's strategic, corporate and financial objectives, including delivery of Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) efficiencies. Establish and maintain strong working relationships to enable effective working. The post holder will be expected to liaise with both internal departments and external bodies. Manage and develop staff.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential criteria:
CCAB/CIMA Qualified or equivalent. Knowledge Essential criteria:
Significant financial management experience. Experience within a finance function of a large organisation. Experience of income and expenditure budgets. Staff Management skills. Knowledge of accountancy policies and procedures.
Desirable criteria:
NHS Finance experience. Experience of contract monitoring and reporting. Other Essential criteria:
Strong IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office suite.
Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. We are part of an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust that is one of the best places to work for in England.
The Trust may contact you during the recruitment process for your feedback on your experience. We always aim for continuous improvement in our practice.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. #J-18808-Ljbffr
