Assistant Accountant

Ramsay Health Care UK; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York seeks an Assistant Accountant to join the finance team at Clifton Park Hospital. This full-time position involves preparing management accounts, supporting budgeting, and maintaining financial records. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified accountants with strong Excel skills and attention to detail, aspiring towards a senior finance role. The role offers excellent benefits including 25 days leave, private medical cover, and a supportive team environment focused on patient care.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension match up to 5%

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance (Death in Service)

Free Training and Development

Free Parking on site

Subsidised staff restaurant

Concerts for Carers

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

The Blue Light Card Scheme

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant status or equivalent experience is essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel is necessary.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with reconciliations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Effective time management

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Accountant

Clifton Park Hospital — York

Full time — 37.5 hours

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified, financially astute individual seeking to advance their career within a finance and business administration environment.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will be a self-starter with a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and proven proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. A sharp eye for detail and accuracy is essential, along with the ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be part of a small, dynamic team within a busy hospital setting, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact.

We’re looking for someone with the drive and ambition to grow into a Head of Finance role in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with reconciliations
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers regarding financial queries
• Contribute to process improvements and support audit preparation
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance and wider team

Technical Skills & Application

• Part-qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• A self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Ambition to grow into a senior finance role

Benefits

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free Parking on site
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

Why Join Us?

Clifton Park Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, a leading provider of independent healthcare. You’ll be joining a supportive team in a hospital known for its clinical excellence and commitment to patient care.

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.