Swansea Bay University Health Board

Finance Analyst (Capital)

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Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Swansea Bay University Health Board Finance Team, as part of the Capital Finance Team.

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, forwarding thinking individual, who will work as part of a team to ensure the new Swansea Bay University Health Board Finance Team are continuingly improving by identifying areas of improvement and supporting the team in taking forward projects linked to these improvements. These improvements include the on-going development of utilising technology to enhance the existing processes and building relationships with key stakeholders through influence

The Department is looking to encourage and support individuals in their development through on the job learning and through supporting formal accountancy qualifications.

Agile Working

We recognise the need to develop modern working practices to enable our employees to maximise their performance and productivity whilst maintaining a good work life balance and so have adopted an Agile working methodology support by the Health Board Home Working Policy and the Departments Agile Working approach.

Main duties of the job

To help support the delivery of the Health Boards Capital Resource Limit by undertaking the following key duties

  • The Finance Analyst will provide support & operational management for capital schemes & projects of an accounting & technical nature
  • Provide support & operational management for the Health Board Capital Programme & Capital Asset Register
  • Ensure the integrity of financial information, in terms of the technical & accounting nature of specific projects which impact upon balance sheet management & directorate performance
  • Investigate complex financial queries, providing accounting & technical assistance & advice as required
  • Ensure that work is completed in line with financial timescales & legal requirements, interpreting these where necessary
  • Provide advice to colleagues, clients regarding technical accounting, best practice procedures, compliance with Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions & Financial Control Procedures
  • Lead in the production of management information for the Assistant Director of Strategy & supporting Project Managers & technical staff, & to delegate budget holders across Directorates
  • Investigate complex financial enquiries, providing technical accounting assistance & advice
  • Provide support & assistance in the production of capital charges estimates.
  • Complete statutory returns to Welsh Government in accordance with the guidance & the Manual for Accounts

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Details

Date posted

04 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,834 to £35,099 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-AC231-0624

Job locations

Swansea University Health Board Headquarters

Baglan Energy Park

Port Talbot

SA12 7BR


Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

  • A.A.T Member

Desirable

  • Progression to professional Accountancy Qualification
  • Customer Care Training

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant Technical Experience
  • Knowledge of Integrated Financial Systems

Desirable

  • Supervising a Team

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Knowledge of Financial Procedures and best practices
  • Analysis of Financial information
  • Proficient computer skills, Excel and Word
  • Ability to undertake reviews and audits of financial system to deliver improved performance.
Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

  • A.A.T Member

Desirable

  • Progression to professional Accountancy Qualification
  • Customer Care Training

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant Technical Experience
  • Knowledge of Integrated Financial Systems

Desirable

  • Supervising a Team

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Knowledge of Financial Procedures and best practices
  • Analysis of Financial information
  • Proficient computer skills, Excel and Word
  • Ability to undertake reviews and audits of financial system to deliver improved performance.

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Swansea University Health Board Headquarters

Baglan Energy Park

Port Talbot

SA12 7BR


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Swansea University Health Board Headquarters

Baglan Energy Park

Port Talbot

SA12 7BR


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Capital

Carl Smith

Carl.Smith2@wales.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

04 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,834 to £35,099 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-AC231-0624

Job locations

Swansea University Health Board Headquarters

Baglan Energy Park

Port Talbot

SA12 7BR


Supporting documents

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