Job overview

We are seeking a Financial Analyst who is looking to develop a career in NHS Finance and work towards becoming a qualified accountant.

As part of the Financial Management team, the successful candidate will demonstrate a clear interest in NHS Finance, together with strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills. Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyse large volumes of data are essential.

Reporting to a Divisional Finance Manager, the role will provide analytical support to the Financial Management team and budget holders, helping to identify key financial issues and ensure accurate month-end accruals. To include supporting budget management, budget setting, financial reporting and a range of finance-related activities, all delivered within strict month-end and year-end deadlines.

Applicants should either have experience in a management accounting environment, including month-end reporting, or be able to demonstrate through their application and interview a sound understanding of management accounting gained through degree-level study or experience.

As an ACCA Accredited Employer, we offer a study support package to help staff achieve professional accountancy qualifications. The successful candidate will also benefit from learning opportunities provided by experienced qualified and part qualified accountants within the team.

This is primarily a site-based role to meet operational requirements,

Please note that this position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Main duties of the job

• Preparation of data and information for the monthly reporting process
• Maintenance of the budgets for specific areas to be covered by this post
• Confirmation of budget when recruitment occurs
• Clear error suspense items that are rejected by the finance system
• Variance analyses to ascertain reasons for over and underspends
• Budget and actuals uploads onto the Financial General Ledger
• Being a part of the annual Business Planning and Budget-setting process
• Maintain Pay budgets, and update as required
• Any other financial work as required 
• Work with budget-holders, as well as colleagues within Finance
• Advisory/Contact:
• Liaise with other members of the Finance team
• Liaise with some budget-holders, across Corporate and Clinical areas  
• Liaise with some Procurement staff regarding orders, costs and authorisations
• Liaise with Human Resources staff– re  recruitment and Pay budget etc questions
• Liaise with IT and other Corporate areas
• Liaise with Trust Auditors
• General:
• Support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work
• To have responsibility for Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and comply at all times with the requirements of the Health and Safety Regulations
• Ensure that Mandatory Training is completed as required
• Maintain a smart appearance, and wear an ID Badge
• To work across site occasionally if required

Working for our organisation

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team.  We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

St Peter’s Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital.  Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.

Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.

For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:
www.asph-careers.org