Management Accountant
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic finance professional (Certificate level CCAB/CGMA, full member of AAT, or aFinance or Accounting degree) to join the Trusts Finance Team, playing a key role in shaping what our service delivery looks like and making a difference in the challenging financial environment, both now and in the future.
The successful candidate will support the Trust's Corporate Services Team and provide comprehensive financial advice and support managers to understand the efficiency and effectiveness of resources within their control. They will need to support the Finance Partners to deal with conflicting priorities and ensure that financial opportunities and risks are quantified and understood at all levels of the Trust, and optimum value for money is achieved.
We will consider applicants who are currently studying Certificate level CCAB/CGMA, AAT, or a Finance or Accounting degree, to start as a Transitional Management Accountant on Band 4.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Main duties of the job
The Management Accountant will support the Finance Partners to liaise closely with Divisional and Trust stakeholders. They will be responsible for providing accurate financial advice, information and support to service managers within the designated Services, using a business orientated accounting approach.
They should have excellent communication skills and the necessary personal qualities to engage effectively with service managers and their teams. We are looking to bring in fresh views and new practices so, whilst previous NHS experience can be a strength, we are also keen to hear from those who have never considered working for the NHS before.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be Responsible for providing accurate financial advice, information and support to service managers within the designated Services, using a business orientated accounting approach and supporting the Finance Partner in providing information and support to Service Managers.
The post holder should be familiar with general ledger systems and possess the ability to work on their own initiative whilst prioritising their workload. The individual will be required to respond to the day to day financial data/information requirements of a number of service managers and the interpretation of these for the relevant service, including direct liaison with budget managers. The post involves identification of work for Assistant Management Accountants.
For any informal discussion about the roles, please e-mail;
Lara Nash, Deputy Head of Finance, Corporate Services - Lara.Nash@nottshc.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To possess one of the following:- Certificate level CCAB/CGMA, Member of AAT, or a Finance or Accounting degree
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience within a Management Accounts environment.
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Staff supervisory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of how NHS Finance operates.
Desirable
- Integra ledger and Crystal reports
Aptitudes / Skills
Essential
- Possess numerical and analytical skills to problem solve and find solutions.
- Good oral and written communication skills and have the ability to convey financial issues to non-finance managers.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and respond flexibly.
- Good IT skills - must be competent at Excel, Word Processing etc
- Evidence of working within a team and being an active team player.
Desirable
- Experience of financial software packages.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
200 Lichfield Lane
Lichfield Lane
Mansfield
NG18 4RJ
Employer's website
https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
