Associate Finance Business Support

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Topsham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Topsham seeks an Associate Finance Business Support. The successful candidate will support the Management Accounts Team, ensuring financial objectives while being part of a friendly team. This role offers flexibility of 2-3 days of remote work and requires an AAT Technician or part-qualified accountant. Previous NHS experience is desirable but not essential. Candidates are encouraged to apply early due to potential early closing of applications.

Qualifications

• Qualified AAT Technician or Part Qualified Accountant.
• Member of the relevant accountancy organization.
• Reliable and flexible to adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and business support.
• Ensure the Trust meets key financial objectives.
• Develop a culture of financial stewardship.

Skills

AAT Technician

Flexibility

Financial stewardship

Education

Part Qualified Accountant

Job description

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

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It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Role Summary

This is an integral role in providing support to the Management Accounts Team, enabling the Trust to meet key financial objectives whilst delivering safe and sustainable services to our patients.

The successful candidate will work with finance colleagues across all areas as well as with non-financial colleagues within their direct reporting area.

About the Role

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More detail about the role

Are you looking for a finance role in a friendly team working in a beautiful part of the world? Following internal promotion we are looking for an AAT Technician or part qualified accountant to join us in the role of Associate Finance Business Support at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a pivotal role supporting the Management Accounts Team, in ensuring that the Trust meets key financial objectives whilst delivering safe and sustainable services to our patients. The post holder will be able to work from home 2-3 days a week if they wish with the remaining 2-3 days being based in Barnstaple, Exeter or a combination of both. Alternatively we can accommodate you in the office every day if you prefer.

The post holder will deliver professional and timely financial and business support and be fully integrated with the core activities within the organisation.

The post holder will also contribute to developing a culture of strong financial stewardship and control within the Trust promoting the need for economy, efficiency and effectiveness in all aspects of the Trust’s business.

This role represents an excellent opportunity to use and develop your skills within a varied and busy environment. The successful candidate will be a qualified AAT Technician or Part Qualified Accountant and a member of their accountancy organisation, be reliable and flexible to respond to changing demands of the service. Previous NHS experience is desirable but not essential.

This advert may close early if we have received a sufficient number of applications. Therefore you are highly advised to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: Late October, To be confirmed

For further information please contact:
Keil Brown, Associate Finance Business Partner, on [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.