Assistant Management Accountant

Nhs Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a motivated Assistant Management Accountant to support its Finance team. The role involves providing financial support, preparing budget statements, and analyzing expenditure trends in a dynamic NHS environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant finance experience and strong numerical skills. This permanent position offers competitive remuneration and is a great opportunity for career development.

Qualifications

• Motivated and detail-oriented personality.
• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Imaginative approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support the Management Accounting section.
• Provide financial support to budget holders.
• Prepare budget statements and annual accounts.

Skills

Experience in an NHS finance department or similar environment

Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills

Excellent numeracy, analytical, and communication skills

Experience with purchase ledger processes and VAT regulations

Ability to work independently

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Educated to SVQ Level 3, AAT Intermediate, or studying towards a professional accountancy qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant

AfC Band 3 (pro rata) plus a High Secure Environmental Allowance of £1,750.47 per annum (pro rata)

Hours - 37*

Contract Duration - Permanent

Post Details

Are you looking to develop your career in NHS finance? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our Finance team at the State Hospital.

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the Management Accounting section. You will provide financial support to budget holders, prepare budget statements, analyse expenditure and trends, and assist in the preparation of annual accounts. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic NHS finance environment, working with a revenue budget of approximately £35m and supporting over 40 budget holders.

Please note that, due to forthcoming departmental changes and evolving working practices, this role is expected to be included in a future organisational change process.

Experience

• Experience in an NHS finance department or similar environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Excellent numeracy, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with purchase ledger processes and VAT regulations (NHS context desirable).
• Educated to SVQ Level 3, AAT Intermediate, or studying towards a professional accountancy qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Imaginative approach to problem solving.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 18th November 2025. For an informal discussion please contact Kirstie Allison on 01555 840293 etc 4458 or email [e-mail].

If you have any queries or require assistance regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact the HR Team on [e-mail] to discuss your requirements.

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. It should be noted that the State Hospital is a high secure hospital and the current organisational position based on a risk assessment is that we welcome applications from people under the age of 18 for non clinical roles however to be eligible for a clinical role applicants should be 18 years and older. Should you have any questions in relation to this please contact [e-mail].

Right to Work

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.

As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check this entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa, and settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, and if you can demonstrate such cover, please refer to the GOV.UK website here.

For specific types of post, it might be possible to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licensed Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here.

Please note that the State Hospital is NOT licensed to issue certificates of sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship to work with us.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you have an appropriate right to work in the UK BEFORE applying.

Reduced Working Week*

Starting from 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change workers in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours, and part-time staff will get a pro‑rated reduction in their working hours without losing any earnings.