Job summary
As a Finance Analyst the post holder will be pivotal in supporting the Finance Manager and Finance Business Partner in month end reporting, analysis and discussing monthly reports with cost centre managers.
This role will help non-finance managers understand their role as a budget holder and communication with this staff group is key. Experience in understanding and analysing finance data will be key along with effectively communicating budget holder feedback which will support with forecasting.
There may be requirement for you to work across both UHN sites.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent experienced Finance Analyst to assist with all aspects of financial management information collation within the finance department. You will be required to be an experienced user of excel with strong analytical skills. Previous experience of financial management would also be an advantage.
The post holder will be expected to assist the Finance Manager and Business Partner to provide robust monthly budgetary reporting, variance analysis and regular provision of forecasts, enabling an effective financial management service to be provided to the budget holders and managers within the Trust. Good interpersonal and communication, especially verbal skills, are essential with an ability to work as part of a team.
About us
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Financial Management: To undertake routine monthly analysis of budget variances, provide written explanation of variances and initiate corrective action, as required. To support with financial models appropriate to the regular provision of forecasts. To act as first point of contract for financial queries and advice for budget holders. To provide support and assistance to the Finance Manager and Business Partner on business cases and specific finance projects. To provide ad-hoc Financial Management data and analysis to staff within the organisation utilising the necessary techniques or software tools where appropriate. Version January 2025 To present complex information, financial updates and reports to a range of managers within the Trust in relation to activity, income, workforce and expenditure. Respond to requests for performance information and advice, which will often involve negotiating with information providers over timescales and providing support tointerpret and use the information. To assist the Business Partner in the preparation and production of performance information to meet reporting/commissioner requirements, including monthly PFRreturns, annual planning submissions and benchmarking information. Collate and analyse activity, workforce and financial trends in a format that is userfriendly to both Finance and Non-finance managers. Support with preparation of Trust reporting and external reporting submissions analysis and preparation of adhoc information as required. Other: Use own initiative to prioritise daily workload in order to meet financial deadlines both internal and external. Actively participate in team meetings, making suggestions for service improvement both within the Finance team and relating to the Trust in general. Review, prepare and update procedure notes relating to the tasks of the role in light of changing legislation, guidance, system developments or Trust policies. Assist in the development of strong team relationships and relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation. Project a professional and helpful image. Flexible and aware of competing priorities. Willing to personally develop skills and knowledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Financial Management: To undertake routine monthly analysis of budget variances, provide written explanation of variances and initiate corrective action, as required. To support with financial models appropriate to the regular provision of forecasts. To act as first point of contract for financial queries and advice for budget holders. To provide support and assistance to the Finance Manager and Business Partner on business cases and specific finance projects. To provide ad-hoc Financial Management data and analysis to staff within the organisation utilising the necessary techniques or software tools where appropriate. Version January 2025 To present complex information, financial updates and reports to a range of managers within the Trust in relation to activity, income, workforce and expenditure. Respond to requests for performance information and advice, which will often involve negotiating with information providers over timescales and providing support tointerpret and use the information. To assist the Business Partner in the preparation and production of performance information to meet reporting/commissioner requirements, including monthly PFRreturns, annual planning submissions and benchmarking information. Collate and analyse activity, workforce and financial trends in a format that is userfriendly to both Finance and Non-finance managers. Support with preparation of Trust reporting and external reporting submissions analysis and preparation of adhoc information as required. Other: Use own initiative to prioritise daily workload in order to meet financial deadlines both internal and external. Actively participate in team meetings, making suggestions for service improvement both within the Finance team and relating to the Trust in general. Review, prepare and update procedure notes relating to the tasks of the role in light of changing legislation, guidance, system developments or Trust policies. Assist in the development of strong team relationships and relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation. Project a professional and helpful image. Flexible and aware of competing priorities. Willing to personally develop skills and knowledge.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Good accounting knowledge working at NVQ level 5, working towards AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Membership, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Cost and management accounting
Desirable
- NHS - Minimum three years financial management/costing/commissioning experience in the NHS or an equivalent large and complex organisation
- In-depth experience of; Financial Management as regards an Acute NHS Foundation Trust
- NHS Foundation Trust financial regime
- An ability to analyse complex financial and performance data and draw appropriate conclusions
- Use of software applications (Microsoft)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to relate and work effectively with all levels of staff
- Time management skills
- Complex analytical skills
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Concentrate and function under high levels of work pressure
- A broad understanding of financial issues in both Acute Trusts and Commissioners
- Ability/Requirement to: Carry out financial management and budgetary reporting and variance analysis
Desirable
- Capable of making judgements involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of available options
- Organisational skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Advanced spread sheet skills
- Database skills
- Presentation skills
- Demonstrate track record of successful collaborative and partnership working internally and externally
- Experience of using Microsoft Power BI
- A broad knowledge base incorporating aspects of both Financial and Management Accounting
- Understanding of financial systems
- Knowledge of acute hospital environments
- Understanding of Statutory Financial Requirements within the NHS
EFFORT & ENVIRONMENT
Essential
- A substantial proportion of each day will be inputting at a keyboard and sitting at a desk
- Frequent requirement for concentration when checking and reconciling information and when answering enquiries from senior staff and suppliers
- Concentration is required as work patterns will be interrupted on a frequent basis as a result of unpredictable enquiries and requests for information and assistance from other finance staff and budget managers.
- There will be occasions where prolonged concentration is required e.g. month end deadlines
- Uses keyboard continuously for a substantial part of every day.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Good accounting knowledge working at NVQ level 5, working towards AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Membership, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Cost and management accounting
Desirable
- NHS - Minimum three years financial management/costing/commissioning experience in the NHS or an equivalent large and complex organisation
- In-depth experience of; Financial Management as regards an Acute NHS Foundation Trust
- NHS Foundation Trust financial regime
- An ability to analyse complex financial and performance data and draw appropriate conclusions
- Use of software applications (Microsoft)
Skills
Essential
- Ability to relate and work effectively with all levels of staff
- Time management skills
- Complex analytical skills
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Concentrate and function under high levels of work pressure
- A broad understanding of financial issues in both Acute Trusts and Commissioners
- Ability/Requirement to: Carry out financial management and budgetary reporting and variance analysis
Desirable
- Capable of making judgements involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of available options
- Organisational skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Advanced spread sheet skills
- Database skills
- Presentation skills
- Demonstrate track record of successful collaborative and partnership working internally and externally
- Experience of using Microsoft Power BI
- A broad knowledge base incorporating aspects of both Financial and Management Accounting
- Understanding of financial systems
- Knowledge of acute hospital environments
- Understanding of Statutory Financial Requirements within the NHS
EFFORT & ENVIRONMENT
Essential
- A substantial proportion of each day will be inputting at a keyboard and sitting at a desk
- Frequent requirement for concentration when checking and reconciling information and when answering enquiries from senior staff and suppliers
- Concentration is required as work patterns will be interrupted on a frequent basis as a result of unpredictable enquiries and requests for information and assistance from other finance staff and budget managers.
- There will be occasions where prolonged concentration is required e.g. month end deadlines
- Uses keyboard continuously for a substantial part of every day.
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).
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).
