Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

System Accountant

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Finance team at Harrogate and District NHS FT for an experienced System Accountant.

This is a specialist post to support the strategic development and operational use of key financial systems.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record and extensive experience in NHS or equivalent experience in a large organisation with complex workforce systems with the ability to work flexibly under pressure to achieve the objectives of the post. Strong communication, IT, numeracy, management and interpersonal skills are essential as you will be working closely with various stakeholders and stakeholder engagement is key to the role.

We are Level 1 accredited One NHS Finance employer, working towards level 2.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity as we see this as a strength and part of our Trust's mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities and duties of the role -

Line management and supervision of the Band 4 Finance Systems Officer.

Responsible for pro-actively driving forward the development and enhancements of Oracle eBS which includes General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Procurement systems of the general ledger system, other associated systems and reporting functionality as required by the Trust, in conjunction with our supplier NEP Cloud.

To lead on the continual development of Financial Systems, to provide users with a modern, responsive system that provides the right information at the right time.

Responsible for providing expert advice and support to users of the Oracle Financial system, REACH Reporting System and Budgeting and Forecasting systems (EPM/ePBCS) and any other systems as required.

To assist with the provision of a robust and efficient reporting service according to strict timetables.

Responsible for the management of all financial systems including maintaining and developing system controls, reviewing processes and ensuring that associated procedures are fit for purpose.

Please refer to the job description for more duties

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Date posted

28 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

421-CORP-1830C

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road,

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Equivalent experience to degree level NVQ level 5 or Professional accountancy qualifications - Certificate Level or Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Member (or nearing completion of membership)

Desirable

Qualified with a recognised accountancy body (CCAB / CIMA)

Experience/Skills

Essential

Experience of working in a large organisation with complex management structures
Expert knowledge of implementation, development, improvement and efficient management of financial systems
Experience of implementing / developing financial reporting packages
Recent / relevant Financial and or Management Accounting experience
High level of knowledge, experience and technical proficiency with the full Microsoft Office suite
Experienced in the use of Oracle.

Desirable

Experience of Oracle Fusion, Oracle EPM/Oracle ePBCS and REACH Reporting.
Experience in working within the NHS / Foundation Trust
Supervision and/or line management.
Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Finance

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Equivalent experience to degree level NVQ level 5 or Professional accountancy qualifications - Certificate Level or Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Member (or nearing completion of membership)

Desirable

Qualified with a recognised accountancy body (CCAB / CIMA)

Experience/Skills

Essential

Experience of working in a large organisation with complex management structures
Expert knowledge of implementation, development, improvement and efficient management of financial systems
Experience of implementing / developing financial reporting packages
Recent / relevant Financial and or Management Accounting experience
High level of knowledge, experience and technical proficiency with the full Microsoft Office suite
Experienced in the use of Oracle.

Desirable

Experience of Oracle Fusion, Oracle EPM/Oracle ePBCS and REACH Reporting.
Experience in working within the NHS / Foundation Trust
Supervision and/or line management.
Working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in Finance

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road,

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road,

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

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