Job summary
Employer heading
Assistant Capital Accountant
Band 4-5 (run-through)
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Our Values
- We are KIND
- We are OPEN
- We pursue EXCELLENCE
We are looking for applications from people who share our values to help make us a valued and trusted partner within our care system, that delivers safe effective care to our local population.
Did you know that we offer a generous relocation package (if you accept a minimum 12 month contract) – please read the attached document for more details. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
People for Patients. Our People, our Patients, our Priority
Job overview
Are you interested in a role monitoring and reporting expenditure and budgets on capital schemes?
Do you have a skillset to analyse large sets of data accurately and efficiently?
Are you able to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders?
If you have answered yes to all of these, this role may be for you.
The role is within a small Capital Accounting team based at Tribune House, Clifton Moor, York.
The role is full time (37.5 hours) Monday - Friday working within a flexi-time policy. After the probationary period, hybrid working options would be discussed which includes the option to work at home for up to 50% of the working week. This can be discussed further at the interview stage if required.
This is a developmental post starting at Band 4 with the expectation that you will achieve the confidence and competencies to move to the Band 5 Job Description and Salary after 12 months.
Main duties of the job
What does the role involve?
• Monthly recording, reporting and monitoring of capital expenditure including accruals and adjustments as required
• Managing relationships with capital project managers including regular meetings to discuss financial information
• Presenting financial information at key meetings during the month with the wider capital and estates teams
The successful candidate will have excellent computer skills and experience of Oracle Financial systems. Knowledge of associated reporting systems such as Oracle Business intelligence would be an advantage, although training would be provided.
Knowledge of Finance systems and processes will be required, along with good communication skills at different levels of the organisation.
Working for our organisation
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [email protected].
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have
made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else
Person specification
Education, Qualification & Training
Essential criteria
- GCSE (Grade A-C) or Equivalent in Mathematics and English
- AAT Level 2 or equivalent experience
- ECDL or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- AAT Level 4
Experience & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Experience of using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook)
- Advanced keyboard skills
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a large accounting department
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Knowledge of Capital Accounting
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable numerical skills ,including the collection and analysis of information and competence in processing and interpreting figures
- Understanding of the needs of the customers, commercial awareness and recognition of the key stakeholders’
Personal Qualities and Aptitude
Essential criteria
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively on complex matters
- Able to work flexibly as part of a team in order to achieve objectives
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mohsin Khalid
- Job title
- Capital Accountant
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01904 725171
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