York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Accountancy Assistant

The closing date is 15 February 2026

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen in our Financial Accounting/Treasury Team for an Accountancy Assistant, working as part of the Finance Directorate for York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The role involves the daily updating of the cash/treasury management process, preparing the PAYE and pension payments for payment to HMRC, and the Pension Agency. Also, the post holder will be responsible for reconciling balance sheet control accounts and assisting with the production of the Annual Accounts.

This is a development opportunity for someone who is AAT level 3 Qualified, studying towards level 4, or willing to study to achieve the AAT Qualification to level 4 . Experience of working in a Finance environment would be desirable, although training and support will be provided.

The post is within a small friendly team who provides Financial and Treasury functions for the Finance Directorate.

The role consist of hybrid working both at home and in the office, following a probational period for training.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a small team providing cash management/treasury duties, maintenance of balance sheet control accounts, losses and compensation claims, purchase card administration and assisting in the production of the Annual Accounts.
Provide advice, information to a range of contacts both internal and external.
Analysing data and identifying errors. Investigating discrepancies ensuring they are resolved and the accounts are accurate.
Developing processes and looking for opportunities for improvement to maintain a high quality standard in all our functions.

Key Relationships:

The post holder will be required to work both as part of a team and independently.

Finance Directorate

Strong relationships are required with all other functions within the finance directorate including financial services and management accounts

Other internal relationships

To work with other departmental teams to ensure the accuracy of financial data used in the role. This will include liaising with authorised signatories.

External relationships

The post holder will be expected to liaise with External Audit, VAT advisors and the Trust's banking organisations on an adhoc basis.

About us

Trust Information Pack:

https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-7528133-AA-F

Job locations

Tribune House

Tribune Way, Clifton Moor

York

YO30 4RY

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience of dealing with control accounts and reconciliations
Able to communicate clearly and effectively on complex matters

Desirable

Experience of working in a large accounting department
Knowledge of Finance in the NHS
Knowledge of Cash Management

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Mathematics (Grade A-C) or equivalent experience
AAT Level 3 or equivalent experience
ECDL or equivalent experience

Desirable

AAT Level 4

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience of dealing with control accounts and reconciliations
Able to communicate clearly and effectively on complex matters

Desirable

Experience of working in a large accounting department
Knowledge of Finance in the NHS
Knowledge of Cash Management

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Mathematics (Grade A-C) or equivalent experience
AAT Level 3 or equivalent experience
ECDL or equivalent experience

Desirable

AAT Level 4

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.

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tribune House

Tribune Way, Clifton Moor

York

YO30 4RY

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tribune House

Tribune Way, Clifton Moor

York

YO30 4RY

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)