Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self motivated individual to join Aneurin Bevan University Health Board's Capital Finance team.
Capital Finance is a small but highly skilled team, based at Llanfrechfa Grange Hospital, that works within the Financial Strategy and Performance section. We deliver effective monthly management reporting to the Health Board and Welsh Government within a budget known as the Capital Resource Limit. We are also responsible for maintaining and updating the organisation's Fixed Asset Register, and the completion of annual financial accounting requirements.
The post holder will be required to have excellent administrative and organisational skills, be proficient in a range of IT applications, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy working to shared deadlines within a supportive team environment.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this role is to provide analysis, administrative and project-based support to the Capital Finance Team and the Head of Capital Finance.
You will provide technical accounting support to the Capital Finance Team and support the production and delivery of monthly management accounting information to Capital Budget Holders and assist with the delivery of the Health Board's Capital Programme.
You will support the annual accounts process through regular maintenance of the Health Board's Fixed Asset Register database, maintenance of the IFRS16 Lease accounting system and supporting the annual verification audit of capital assets.
The successful candidate will be able to prioritise and organise effectively in working to tight deadlines, have excellent numeracy, analytical and communication skills, be confident and committed to improvement, and open to innovative ideas.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'Apply now' to view in Trac.
The main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- regular maintenance of the Health Board's Fixed Asset Register database and Lease Accounting system - including additions, disposals and transfers;
- assisting in the annual asset verification audit process both electronically and through on-site audits;
- assist in the production of financial and performance analysis on specific projects and across the capital programme as a whole;
- communicating in a variety of formats to a range of stakeholders both within the Health Board and externally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'Apply now' to view in Trac.
The main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- regular maintenance of the Health Board's Fixed Asset Register database and Lease Accounting system - including additions, disposals and transfers;
- assisting in the annual asset verification audit process both electronically and through on-site audits;
- assist in the production of financial and performance analysis on specific projects and across the capital programme as a whole;
- communicating in a variety of formats to a range of stakeholders both within the Health Board and externally.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma level of education or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- AAT qualified
- Willingness to work towards a professional financial qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant administrative experience
- Skilled and experienced in the use of most applications within Microsoft Office i.e. Excel, Word, Internet Explorer and Outlook
Desirable
- Sufficient relevant financial experience in the NHS
- Experience of working to deputy or director level managers or equivalent
- Experience of working in a NHS environment and familiar with NHS terminology
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer and Outlook
Skills
Essential
- Analytical skills
- Excellent administrative and organisation skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Effective organisational skills
- Excellent numeracy, written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively with non financial staff
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages
Desirable
- Experience of database packages
- Experience of Fixed Asset systems
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS financial regime
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident with a pleasant disposition
- Able to prioritise work and work to deadlines
- Can work effectively with people with diverse skills, abilities and experience
- Commitment to teamworking
- Self motivated, proactive and innovative
Desirable
- Willing to learn and implement new skills
Other
Essential
- Able to work occasional long hours to meet important deadlines
- The ability to travel within a geographical area to meet the requirements of the post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma level of education or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- AAT qualified
- Willingness to work towards a professional financial qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant administrative experience
- Skilled and experienced in the use of most applications within Microsoft Office i.e. Excel, Word, Internet Explorer and Outlook
Desirable
- Sufficient relevant financial experience in the NHS
- Experience of working to deputy or director level managers or equivalent
- Experience of working in a NHS environment and familiar with NHS terminology
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer and Outlook
Skills
Essential
- Analytical skills
- Excellent administrative and organisation skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Effective organisational skills
- Excellent numeracy, written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively with non financial staff
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages
Desirable
- Experience of database packages
- Experience of Fixed Asset systems
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS financial regime
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident with a pleasant disposition
- Able to prioritise work and work to deadlines
- Can work effectively with people with diverse skills, abilities and experience
- Commitment to teamworking
- Self motivated, proactive and innovative
Desirable
- Willing to learn and implement new skills
Other
Essential
- Able to work occasional long hours to meet important deadlines
- The ability to travel within a geographical area to meet the requirements of the post
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).
