[ref. e73182204] Senior Assistant Accountant (Financial Accounting & Governance)
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The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Financial Management department of Powys Teaching Health Board who are seeking a SeniorAssistant Accountant for Financial Accounting & Governance
Main duties of the job
The aim of the role is to provide proactive financial support across the Health Board, advising on all aspects of financial management including.- ensuring there is a robust financial governance control environment in operation within the Health Board.
- responsible for the review and monitoring of financial control procedures, including the provision of advice and support on aspects Financial
- supporting the wider Financial Accounting Team, on areas such as the production of the Health Board annual accounts, monitoring of
the Health Board’s Charitable Fund.
- being the key link with NHS Wales Shared Services Purchase to Pay Team to assist in driving the Health Boards continuous modernisation
- To prepare and report to the Charitable Funds Committee the Charitable Funds annual accounts as defined by Charity Commission Guidelines and requirements.
- In pursuit of continuous improvement within the finance department the post holder will assist on developing and enhancing standard operating procedures within the corporate finance function, ensuring compliance and act in a supporting role to ensure system weaknesses are quickly addressed and resolved.
Working for our organisation
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales!Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder should have good communication skills as you will be liaising with the Directorate Budget Holders, including members of theExecutive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis. In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, and
is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHS
services.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria- Previous experience of the NHS finance regime, with understanding of NHS infrastructure and financial management agenda
- Experience of financial management / financial accounting in a complex organisation
- Demonstrated ability to critically review, appraise, and amend business processes
- Experience of communicating effectively and confidently both verbally and in writing and internally and externally on all areas of role
- Extensive experience of using financial accounting & spreadsheet packages
- Well-developed communication skills
- Ability to explain complex financial processes and data to non-financial people
- Experience in preparation of core working papers for annual and Charitable Funds accounts
- Aptitude & Abilities
- Values
- Studying for a CCAB qualification
- Ability to speak Welsh
Part Qualified CCAB
Essential criteria- Part Qualified CCAB
Previous experience of the NHS finance regime
Essential criteria- Previous experience of the NHS finance regime and NHS financial management agenda
As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.
We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.
You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.
Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [email protected]. We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.