Finance Business Partner: Management Accounting (NHS)

South West London & St George's Mental Health NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking a proactive Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial advice, reporting and challenge to designated services. Working under the direction of a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will help managers understand their financial position and support informed decision-making.

This role is an excellent development opportunity for part-qualified or finalist accountants to contribute to patient care within a complex

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or finalist accountant seeking development in NHS financial management.
• Experience providing financial advice and reporting.
• Ability to model costs and present clear financial information to non-financial managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of accurate management accounts for designated services, including month-end close and budgeting.
• Provide financial advice and challenge to budget holders and clinicians.
• Prepare and review monthly performance reports and variance analyses for senior stakeholders.
• Line-manage junior finance staff and support year-end processes.
• Ensure robust financial control, accruals, deferrals and run-rate analysis.
• Support annual budgeting and in-year budget adjustments.

Education

Part-qualified or finalist accountant

Job description

South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking a proactive Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial advice, reporting and challenge to designated services. Working under the direction of a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will help managers understand their financial position and support informed decision-making.

This role is an excellent development opportunity for part-qualified or finalist accountants to contribute to patient care within a complex