UHS Estates Limited

EFCD Finance Officer

The closing date is 24 April 2026

Job summary

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team at UHS Estates Ltd (UEL). Please refer to the detailed job description below for more information about the role.

Please note this vacancy is currently open only to current employees of the following organisations:o Hampshire Hospital NHS FTo Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICBo Isle of Wight NHS Trusto Portsmouth Hospital University NHS Trusto South Central Ambulance Serviceo University Hospital Southampton & UHS subsidiarieso Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS FT

Main duties of the job

IntroductionAre you looking for a new challenge? UHS Estates Limited have an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, forward-thinking team as a Finance Assistant to the Estates, Facilities and Capital Development (EFCD) teams.

Role Overview

The role is 1 of 3 Finance Assistants and sits within the Compliance and Business Unit, supporting colleagues across EFCD. Key tasks include, but are not limited to, raising Purchase Orders, receipting invoices, and completing procurement documentation.

What We Offer

o An open, inclusive culture within the team and across the organisation.o UEL has a dedicated training team that can support you with development opportunities.o Options to work flexibly, including some home-working.

About us

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). We are responsible for the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of hospital buildings, as well as soft facilities management and the provision of essential equipment, consumables, and materials.

Employee Benefits:

o Generous NHS pension schemeo NHS terms of service and annual leaveo Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more

Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, located on the south coast with an international airport and direct train links to London. The area boasts the stunning New Forest National Park, beautiful beaches along the Jurassic Coast, and living costs around 20% lower than in London. With 14 Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" schools, it's a great place to live and

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa or pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-UEL010426

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Job description

Job responsibilities

ResponsibilitiesWhat youll do:

Provide financial assistance to support EFCD management Provide accurate reporting and variance analysis Maintain key working relationships across the department and with external suppliers/contractors to maintain clear communication on behalf of the department

What were looking forYou will:

Have previous experience working with a range of financial and budget transactions (£25M-£45M/annum). Be able to understand and question financial matters. Have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, and be able to communicate at different levels. Have a proactive approach to managing workloads with the flexibility and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Have a high standard of IT skill, particularly with Microsoft Excel.

Job description

Job responsibilities

ResponsibilitiesWhat youll do:

Provide financial assistance to support EFCD management Provide accurate reporting and variance analysis Maintain key working relationships across the department and with external suppliers/contractors to maintain clear communication on behalf of the department

What were looking forYou will:

Have previous experience working with a range of financial and budget transactions (£25M-£45M/annum). Be able to understand and question financial matters. Have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, and be able to communicate at different levels. Have a proactive approach to managing workloads with the flexibility and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Have a high standard of IT skill, particularly with Microsoft Excel.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • A Level (C & Above) BTEC/NVQ Level 4 / Diploma or HNC in relevant subject or equivalent experience
  • Advanced IT Skills Qualification or equivalent experience
  • AAT accounting qualification or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of working with a wide range of finance transactions, demonstrating an ability to understand how to understand, process and question financial matters
  • Experience of working with service managers and handling questions regarding financial matters
  • Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive data and appropriate maintenance and storage of records
  • Experience of producing management information / financial reports manipulating data gathered from a variety of sources.
  • Experience investigating and resolving variances

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Experience working in an NHS environment
  • Experience using Oracle Finance System

Values and behaviours

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together
Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • A Level (C & Above) BTEC/NVQ Level 4 / Diploma or HNC in relevant subject or equivalent experience
  • Advanced IT Skills Qualification or equivalent experience
  • AAT accounting qualification or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of working with a wide range of finance transactions, demonstrating an ability to understand how to understand, process and question financial matters
  • Experience of working with service managers and handling questions regarding financial matters
  • Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive data and appropriate maintenance and storage of records
  • Experience of producing management information / financial reports manipulating data gathered from a variety of sources.
  • Experience investigating and resolving variances

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Experience working in an NHS environment
  • Experience using Oracle Finance System

Values and behaviours

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

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

UHS Estates Limited

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://careers.uhs.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

UHS Estates Limited

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://careers.uhs.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Administration Manager

Vicki Wilkinson

vicki.wilkinson@uhs.nhs.uk

07881035570

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa or pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-UEL010426

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


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