Job overview

Main duties of the job

As part of our team, you will support the production and analysis of financial information, including monthly management accounts, budget statements and variance reports, providing clear and accurate information to support operational and strategic decision-making

Work in partnership with managers across the Trust to provide financial advice and guidance on budgeting, payroll, costing, coding, and financial performance, helping to identify risks, opportunities, and potential efficiency savings.

Maintain strong financial controls through the preparation of journals, budget adjustments, reconciliations, and month-end processes, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

Support with financial planning and budgeting by evaluating business plans, costing service developments, and assisting with the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.

Support with service development and improvement initiatives by providing financial analysis for business cases, delivery plans, waiting list initiatives, and cost improvement programmes.

Contribute to the development of the Finance team by supporting process improvements, assisting with the induction and training of new staff, and helping to deliver an efficient and customer-focused finance service

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

 We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

 Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

 We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.