An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Financial Management department of Powys Teaching Health Board who are seeking a Senior Assistant 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: Ensuring there is a robust financial governance control environment in operation within the Health Board. Responsible for the review and monitoring of financial control procedures, including the provision of advice and support on aspects of financial governance and controls including compliance with the Health Board Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders. Supporting the wider Financial Accounting Team, on areas such as the production of the Health Board annual accounts, monitoring of outstanding creditors and debtors, and the management of cash. The Postholder will also provide support and oversight on financial aspects of the Health Board's Charitable Fund. Being the key link with NHS Wales Shared Services Purchase to Pay Team to assist in driving the Health Board's continuous modernisation agenda in regards to procurement and financial business processes. To prepare and report to the Charitable Funds Committee the Charitable Funds annual accounts as defined by Charity Commission Guidelines and requirements. In pursuit of continuous improvement within the finance department, the post holder will assist in 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 Health 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.
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 the Executive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis. In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, and is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHS services.
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.
Employer details
Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board
Address Bronllys Hospital Finance Department, Monnow Ward Bronllys LD3 0LY
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
070-AC004-0125
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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: Ensuring there is a robust financial governance control environment in operation within the Health Board. Responsible for the review and monitoring of financial control procedures, including the provision of advice and support on aspects of financial governance and controls including compliance with the Health Board Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders. Supporting the wider Financial Accounting Team, on areas such as the production of the Health Board annual accounts, monitoring of outstanding creditors and debtors, and the management of cash. The Postholder will also provide support and oversight on financial aspects of the Health Board's Charitable Fund. Being the key link with NHS Wales Shared Services Purchase to Pay Team to assist in driving the Health Board's continuous modernisation agenda in regards to procurement and financial business processes. To prepare and report to the Charitable Funds Committee the Charitable Funds annual accounts as defined by Charity Commission Guidelines and requirements. In pursuit of continuous improvement within the finance department, the post holder will assist in 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 Health 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.
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 the Executive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis. In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, and is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHS services.
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.
Employer details
Employer name Powys Teaching Health Board
Address Bronllys Hospital Finance Department, Monnow Ward Bronllys LD3 0LY
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
070-AC004-0125
#J-18808-Ljbffr
