Job summary
Management Accountant
Department Finance
Band 4 £27,485 - £30,162 Per annum
Hours 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Management team. We are looking for an ambitious, motivated and enthusiastic individual to support our department and our key operational and clinical stakeholders to help deliver the best care for our patients.Predominately supporting the Finance Business Partners this role is wide and varied. Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be confident in the use of Microsoft Excel to a high standard. Most of all, we are looking for applicants who are willing to learn about the NHS, to develop their accounting skills, and deliver a professional service. The individual will need to also have excellent analytical skills and be able to manipulate large amounts of data, work diligently and accurately.
MKUH are looking for individuals who can demonstrate a commitment to professional development and, if not qualified, have a desire to continue their professional studies within a dynamic and forward-looking finance team. The postholder will be encouraged and supported to study a professional qualification.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Interview 19th August 2025
Main duties of the job
To provide direct financial support to the Finance Business Partner, Division and CSU ensuring the Division is fully compliant with best financial practice in the areas of: Financial budget reporting Business case development Activity and capacity planning Maximisation of income (particularly with regard to National Tariff) Budgeting Forecasting of expenditure and activity income Service line reporting
About us
'Administrative and Clerical staff feel supported with flexible working at MKUH, reporting 6.82 out of 10, and a 76% feel strongly about approaching their managers regarding flexible working.' (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managing Services: Assist in the production of monthly financial reporting packs which set out clearly performance in all aspects of finance, activity and contractual targets delivery, ensuring a clear story of outcomes and causal factors is provided. Undertake management accounting tasks to deliver month end reporting (i.e. budget journals, accruals etc.).
Improving Services: Assist in the Production monthly financial reporting packs which set out clearly performance in all aspects of finance, activity and contractual targets delivery, ensuring a clear story of outcomes and causal factors is provided. Assist the Finance Business Partner in developing business cases as necessary in line with prescribed Trust format and process. Ensure that content of cases is robust and reflect full consideration of options to deliver best value.
Working with others: Be able to work effectively under the direction of the Finance Business Partner or Associate Finance Business Partner as well as independently Encourages, supports and facilitates divisional and CSU staff to contribute and innovate for the improvement of patient care and the efficiency, safety, quality and effectiveness of services; finding ways to empower staff to implement their ideas for improvement.
Demonstrating personal qualities: The post holder will be expected to operate with discretion and without direct supervision to deliver the requirements of both the finance function and the Division/CSU. This will necessitate skill in balancing priorities Acts as a role model to demonstrate the Trusts values and behaviours at all times.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managing Services: Assist in the production of monthly financial reporting packs which set out clearly performance in all aspects of finance, activity and contractual targets delivery, ensuring a clear story of outcomes and causal factors is provided. Undertake management accounting tasks to deliver month end reporting (i.e. budget journals, accruals etc.).
Improving Services: Assist in the Production monthly financial reporting packs which set out clearly performance in all aspects of finance, activity and contractual targets delivery, ensuring a clear story of outcomes and causal factors is provided. Assist the Finance Business Partner in developing business cases as necessary in line with prescribed Trust format and process. Ensure that content of cases is robust and reflect full consideration of options to deliver best value.
Working with others: Be able to work effectively under the direction of the Finance Business Partner or Associate Finance Business Partner as well as independently Encourages, supports and facilitates divisional and CSU staff to contribute and innovate for the improvement of patient care and the efficiency, safety, quality and effectiveness of services; finding ways to empower staff to implement their ideas for improvement.
Demonstrating personal qualities: The post holder will be expected to operate with discretion and without direct supervision to deliver the requirements of both the finance function and the Division/CSU. This will necessitate skill in balancing priorities Acts as a role model to demonstrate the Trusts values and behaviours at all times.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Working towards an accountancy qualification
- Knowledge and experience in a management accounts setting. Including month-end, year-end management accounting procedures and forecasting
Desirable
- Graduate or equivalent experience
- Sound understanding of financial and accounting procedures, financial and other aspects of legislation and NHS finance policies; QUIP; CIP; SLR; experience and expertise in financial accounting and disciplines relevant to commercial finance including: procurement, human resources, general management theory and information management and technology
- Examples of the above areas include; Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions, Financial Directives, International Financial Reporting Standards/Statements of Standard Accounting Practice, Government Policy as it effects the NHS, Charitable Funds legislation, Audit principles of internal check and control, VAT, EU Procurement Directives, NHS procurement guidance, NHS staffing terms and conditions and employment law.
- Understanding of NHS Income and proven ability to analyse variances
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within finance department
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS finance department
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse highly technical issues and provide practical guidance and recommendations that can be understood and acted upon by Executives and users on matters such as capital investment, business cases and savings plans.
- The post holder will be expected to operate with discretion and with and without direct supervision to deliver the requirements of both the finance function and the Division/CSU. This will necessitate skill in balancing priorities.
- Highly numerate; able to analyse reports and complex data sets.
- Ability to achieve demanding tasks and objectives against deadlines.
- Ability to follow instruction as well as working on own initiative.
Personal and people development
Essential
- High personal standard of conduct and behaviour and ability to act as a role model encouraging others to value and respect staff and stakeholders and holds others to account for this.
Desirable
- Builds and develops multidisciplinary teams, and maintains constructive working relationships at all levels and disciplines.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide range of individuals, e.g. preparing, and presenting financial information to Management Board members and staff groups, working with Trust senior managers and project managers and assisting external auditors.
- Evidence of personal insight, and willingness to learn and change personal style/approach as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Working towards an accountancy qualification
- Knowledge and experience in a management accounts setting. Including month-end, year-end management accounting procedures and forecasting
Desirable
- Graduate or equivalent experience
- Sound understanding of financial and accounting procedures, financial and other aspects of legislation and NHS finance policies; QUIP; CIP; SLR; experience and expertise in financial accounting and disciplines relevant to commercial finance including: procurement, human resources, general management theory and information management and technology
- Examples of the above areas include; Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions, Financial Directives, International Financial Reporting Standards/Statements of Standard Accounting Practice, Government Policy as it effects the NHS, Charitable Funds legislation, Audit principles of internal check and control, VAT, EU Procurement Directives, NHS procurement guidance, NHS staffing terms and conditions and employment law.
- Understanding of NHS Income and proven ability to analyse variances
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within finance department
Desirable
- Experience within an NHS finance department
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse highly technical issues and provide practical guidance and recommendations that can be understood and acted upon by Executives and users on matters such as capital investment, business cases and savings plans.
- The post holder will be expected to operate with discretion and with and without direct supervision to deliver the requirements of both the finance function and the Division/CSU. This will necessitate skill in balancing priorities.
- Highly numerate; able to analyse reports and complex data sets.
- Ability to achieve demanding tasks and objectives against deadlines.
- Ability to follow instruction as well as working on own initiative.
Personal and people development
Essential
- High personal standard of conduct and behaviour and ability to act as a role model encouraging others to value and respect staff and stakeholders and holds others to account for this.
Desirable
- Builds and develops multidisciplinary teams, and maintains constructive working relationships at all levels and disciplines.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide range of individuals, e.g. preparing, and presenting financial information to Management Board members and staff groups, working with Trust senior managers and project managers and assisting external auditors.
- Evidence of personal insight, and willingness to learn and change personal style/approach as appropriate.
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.
