Assistant Management Accountant

NHS National Services Scotland; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a Financial Management expert to provide advice and support to management. This role involves budgeting, accounting, and communication of financial information. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and a focus on patient care.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave

Occupational health services

Work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in financial management systems.
• Experience in budgeting and accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on financial matters to management.
• Enable efficient use of resources within divisions.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounting Procedures

Interpersonal Skills

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Financial Management

Tools

Modern Financial Software

Job description

The Role

Provide expert advice and information to all levels of management within divisions regarding financial matters, enabling them to achieve the efficient and economic use of resources.

NHS Lanarkshire

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? This could be your opportunity to join Team Lanarkshire!

At NHS Lanarkshire, we prioritize patient care in all we do. Each team member plays a vital role in delivering healthcare services.

We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire includes Acute Services at three main hospital sites, Corporate & Property & Support Services, and the North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships, providing integrated primary healthcare and social care services.

What you'll need to bring

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent practical experience in modern financial management systems within a large organization.

Skills

• Practical experience with modern financial software.
• Experience in budgeting, budget control, and accounting procedures, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial managers.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent IT skills.

Note: A full UK/EU/EEA driving license is required where applicable.

Contract details

Fixed Term for 6 Months, Full-time (37 hours/week).

Note: This is a fixed-term position. For existing NHS staff, a secondment with written approval from your line manager is required before applying.

Location and working pattern

Based in Finance at Kirklands - NHS Lanarkshire Headquarters.

Working hours are 9 am to 5 pm.

Applicants may be considered for similar roles in different locations.

Interested in more information?

Contact Danielle Mcghee, Senior Management Accountant at [e-mail].

For application or recruitment inquiries, contact Adnan Saddique, Recruitment Administrator at [e-mail].

Why choose NHS Lanarkshire?

Join a supportive environment that fosters skill development and career progression.

Benefits include:

• At least 27 days annual leave, increasing with service length.
• At least 8 public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance.
• Paid sick leave that increases with service.
• Occupational health and employee counseling services.
• Work-life balance policies.

Additional support services are available, including occupational health, spiritual care, and counseling.

Further information

See the Job Description for role details. Visit our recruitment webpage or consult our information pack for more info on recruitment and services.

Applicant guidance

• Apply early; applications close at midnight on the specified date.
• For help, visit: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/.
• Check your email and Jobtrain account regularly for updates.
• Use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge for the best experience.
• Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.

NHS Lanarkshire values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. Applicants must provide genuine, original responses and avoid AI-generated content, as dishonesty may lead to application withdrawal.

Right to work in the UK

NHS Lanarkshire must verify that all employees have the legal right to work in the UK. Please check eligibility beforehand at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk. Note: Band 1 and 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship via the Skilled Worker route.