Assistant Management Accountant

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Argyll and Bute HSCP is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Management Accountant to support the delivery of a professional management accounting service across Corporate Services and Externally Commissioned Services. The post is based in Helensburgh or Lochgilphead with hybrid working options.

You will assist with monthly reporting, costings and analysis and budget planning, working alongside the Senior Management Accountants to add value in a complex public sector organisation.

Qualifications

• Good analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of IT systems including MS365.
• Team working ethos.
• Good planning, organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly reporting, costings and analysis.
• Support budget planning and financial management with the Senior Management Accountants.
• Contribute to delivery of a professional management accounting service across Corporate Services and Externally Commissioned Services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Team working

Planning and time management

Education

HNC or equivalent public sector experience

Tools

MS365

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, creative and dynamic individual to join Argyll and Bute HSCP in the role of Assistant Management Accountant. This post is based in either Helensburgh or Lochgilphead with option of hybrid working

Working closely with the Senior Management Accountants, you will assist with the delivery of a professional management accounting service across a number of services with Corporate Services and Externally Commissioned Services. You will provide support in all aspects of financial management including monthly reporting, costings and analysis and budget planning working alongside the senior Finance team.

You will work closely with professionals across a range of disciplines who are committed to making a difference, learn how a complex organisation works, add value to key health services and build a range of transferable skills.

The ideal postholder will be qualified to HNC level or have equivalent relevant public sector work experience and have a desire to work in Financial Management within a complex organization and can demonstrate the following essential attributes:

• Good analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Proficient in the use of IT systems including MS365
• Team working ethos
• Good planning, organization and time management skills.

Training opportunities and support to gain a recognised accountancy qualification are available to successful candidates.

You may occasionally be required to travel between various work locations within the Argyll and Bute Locality to meet the operational requirements of the Service so a full driving licence is essential.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional information for candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork