Job summary
To provide a comprehensive , efficient, timely and professional management accounting service to the Corporate unit and Research dept within the trust.
The post holder will deputise for the Corporate Business partner in management accounting issues as appropriate. Providing a professional and managerial leadership to the Management Accounts function and work alongside the Costing team to engage with clinicians in Financial Management using Service Line Reporting.
Main duties of the job
Act as a key senior financial contact for the Corporate & research cost centres, with the support of the team to deliver day to day business and performance support to these areas.
Assist with the collation of complex data for external reporting requirements.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Discuss complex financial queries with suppliers, customers and other organisations which are often reasons for delayed payment and other sensitive issues
Provide advice to the corporate areas on complex financial issues and negotiate with external organisations over cost
To train and develop non-financial managers in complex budgetary control issues, using specialist NHS budgeting knowledge
To provide a high quality analytical and planning service to the Corporate & Research directorate
To provide assurance to the Corporate Business partner of the quality of historic and forecast financial information through completion of a comprehensive analytical review process
To maintain the Procurement savings work plan, validate savings and ensure savings are reflected in financial forecasts and plans
Please see attached job description for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Discuss complex financial queries with suppliers, customers and other organisations which are often reasons for delayed payment and other sensitive issues
Provide advice to the corporate areas on complex financial issues and negotiate with external organisations over cost
To train and develop non-financial managers in complex budgetary control issues, using specialist NHS budgeting knowledge
To provide a high quality analytical and planning service to the Corporate & Research directorate
To provide assurance to the Corporate Business partner of the quality of historic and forecast financial information through completion of a comprehensive analytical review process
To maintain the Procurement savings work plan, validate savings and ensure savings are reflected in financial forecasts and plans
Please see attached job description for full details
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Studying towards a professional accountancy qualification (or similar degree level qualification)
Experience
Essential
- Management accounts background
- Supervisory experience
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Strong knowledge of accounting policies, procedures and principles
- General computer ability - Microsoft office packages
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to the Trust's published values
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Studying towards a professional accountancy qualification (or similar degree level qualification)
Experience
Essential
- Management accounts background
- Supervisory experience
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Strong knowledge of accounting policies, procedures and principles
- General computer ability - Microsoft office packages
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to the Trust's published values
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
