Job summary
- Main area
- Finance
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri. This position will be based in Trafford General Hospital three days a week. The remaining two days a week are flexible and can be worked from home. Travel to other sites may be required.)
- Job ref
- 349-COR-7715990C-RL4
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Finance & Procurement Business Unit Trafford General Hospital
- Town
- Urmston
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 per annum (pro rata)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 20/01/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Charities Senior Financial Assistant
Band 4
Job overview
We’re excited to be recruiting for a passionate and driven Charities Senior Finance Assistant to be an integral part of a high quality Financial Accounting Function. We need an individual with a passion for giving back, as you’ll be responsible for supporting the day to day performance of the Financial Services Section, ensuring that levels of knowledge and expertise are maintained to the highest level.
Knowledge and understanding of NHS Finance is vitally important but not essential. Knowledge of Accounting Standards and experience of working in an NHS Finance Team would be advantageous but not essential.
You will have the opportunity to help the Trust across all of its sites and hospitals in the provision of care to those in Greater Manchester and beyond. To achieve this you will be required to travel and work at any of the sites as requested.
Main duties of the job
The Charities Senior Finance Assistant is responsible for providing financial support to the Charities Finance Team. The post holder will contribute to the reporting of financial information and the general administration within the team. The post holder will also investigate financial and administrative enquires providing advice and support to managers, fund advisors, donors and members of the public whilst complying with accounting and legal requirements.
Please see the job description for further duties.
Working for our organisation
| Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career. With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike. At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others. At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
| To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. |
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Understanding of the NHS and the Trust Financial Regime.
- Knowledge of Financial Systems.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and other guidance and legislation.
Training and Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working with a computerised accounting package.
- Knowledge of charity accounting and administration.
- Commitment to own personal development
- Knowledge and experience of all applications found in “Microsoft Office.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working within an NHS finance function.
- Working knowledge of Integra Ledger system
- Knowledge of VAT relating to the Charity.
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to analyse and interpret data
- Ability to analyse, investigate and resolve queries and discrepancies
- Positive, ‘can do’ attitude.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 5 GCSE or equivalent including Maths and English
- Studying for AAT or NVQ4
Desirable criteria
- AAT qualified/studying a CCAB qualification/CIMA.
- ECDL or equivalent
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Heather Stevens
- Job title
- Financial Accountant
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 537 2453
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