Assistant Management Accountant

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Assistant Management Accountant, where you'll play a key role in budgetary control and financial forecasting. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with budget holders, ensuring compliance with financial policies while contributing to the Trust's mission of delivering outstanding healthcare. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, you'll thrive in this dynamic role that values diversity and inclusivity. If you're motivated and have a strong finance background, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Flexible Working

27-33 Days Holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail Discounts

Lease Car

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or equivalent experience in finance.
• Proficient in financial management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in financial planning and performance management.
• Prepare and post journals for budgets and expenditures.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Variance Analysis

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

IT Proficiency

Education

AAT Membership or Equivalent Experience

Good GCSEs in Maths and English

Studying towards CCAB/CIMA Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Computerized Ledger Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ref262-A-24-6886071-BEmployerNorth Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteParkhouse Building SouthTownCarlisleSalary£26,530 - £36,483 PA Pro Rata, Salary dependent upon experience and training needs.Salary periodYearlyClosing18/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

NHS AfC: Band 4-5

Job overview

Assistant Management Accountant

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join the team based at Parkhouse, Carlisle.

The post holder will contribute to effective budgetary control and forecasting services for the Trust, providing assistance and advice to budget holders through regular meetings. They will support in identifying efficiencies and responding to queries from budget holders.

The post holder will liaise with budget holders to understand variances in expenditure and income against budgets.

The role involves preparing and posting journals for budgets, income, and expenditure, and ensuring prepayments and accruals are included in the Trust’s accounts. The post holder will ensure compliance with DoH, NHSI, and Trust policies.

Work will be self-directed, with planning and organizing workload to meet deadlines.

Starting salary depends on experience and training needs (Band 4-5 or Annex 21).

Applicants may also be considered for temporary positions via the Skills Development Network work placement scheme.

Main duties of the job

You should have a good finance background, preferably AAT qualified, proficient in finance and information systems, especially MS Excel. Good communication skills are essential to discuss income issues with staff.

The role includes:

• Assisting in Financial Planning and Performance
• Supporting month-end and year-end reporting
• Raising accounts receivable invoices
• Holding regular meetings with budget holders

Working for our organisation

NCIC aims to deliver outstanding healthcare to half a million people, creating a centre of excellence in rural and remote healthcare, offering over 70 services across 15 locations with more than 6,500 staff. Our principles focus on safety, quality, positive patient experiences, a great workplace, and financial management.

We value diversity and inclusivity, striving to reflect our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for detailed information on the role and criteria.

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Applicants under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant who meet all essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for eligible applicants.

Ensure all essential criteria are documented in your application.

Early application is advised as the post may close sooner if sufficient responses are received.

Important Information

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The Trust offers benefits such as a lease car, 27-33 days holiday, flexible working, development opportunities, NHS pension, retail discounts, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Person specification

Qualifications

• AAT membership or equivalent experience
• Good GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent
• Studying towards higher CCAB/CIMA qualification
• ECDL or equivalent

Knowledge

• Financial management in healthcare or commercial sectors
• Computerized ledger systems
• Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Accounting concepts: accruals, prepayments, debtors, creditors
• Internal control systems and technical accounting issues, e.g., VAT
• NHS financial regime

Experience

• Preparing complex reports and financial analysis
• Financial management, including budgets and variance analysis
• Teamwork and independent work
• Application of accounting standards and management accounting, especially NHS experience

Skills & aptitudes

• Motivated, proactive, flexible
• Initiative, accuracy, deadline-oriented
• Prioritization, analytical skills, IT proficiency, communication skills
• Time management, error resolution, working with non-finance staff
• Advanced keyboard and Excel skills
• Ability to discuss performance issues with budget holders
• Organizational and planning skills

Personal Circumstances

• Professional, diplomatic behavior
• Flexible working, travel capability, driving license

Other Requirements

• Flexible hours, independent travel for meetings
• Commitment to equality and diversity