Financial Analyst

NHS; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is recruiting a Financial Analyst who will provide essential financial support and advice. The candidate will produce timely financial reports and handle analytical tasks, collaborating closely with senior finance staff. Applicants should have AAT qualifications and relevant accounting experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Use of cutting-edge facilities and technology

Qualifications

• General accounting experience meeting deadlines required.
• Committed to personal development and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Business Partner with reporting and analysis.
• Provide first class financial management advice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

AAT technician or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job summary

We are recruiting for a Financial Analyst to provide information and support to the Finance Business Partner/Deputy Finance Business Partner in the preparation of accurate and timely financial information, including regular monthly reporting and ad-hoc analysis for Senior Finance Staff, Trust Managers, Budget Holders and Commissioners.

Main duties of the job

You will report directly to the Deputy Finance Business Partner and support them in the provision of first class financial management advice.

We are looking for a motivated individual with good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. You should be technically minded with good time management skills and ability to deliver to tight deadlines. You should also have the ability to quickly interpret finance data and explain complicated finance information to both finance and non-finance staff in a concise and meaningful way.

We welcome applicants with suitable experience from an NHS background and those from other sectors.

About us

Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:

• A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
• Cutting-edge facilities and technology
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• A culture that values and recognizes your contributions

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

435-1LSC-UHMBT-034-25

Job locations

Moor Lane Mills

Lancaster

LA1 1QD

Job description Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Job description Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• AAT technician or equivalent level / experience
• General accounting experience and adhering to deadlines

Desirable

• Advanced experience in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Actively studying towards CCAB qualification
• International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL) or equivalent

Qualities Essential

• Ability to use own initiative and work well within a team
• Understand and accept the need to maintain confidentiality
• Committed to personal development

Desirable

• Access to transport for work purposes

Skills Essential

• Knowledge of the functions and operation of accounting ledgers
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, whilst working under pressure
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities and work methodically to meet deadlines
• Sound written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• An appreciation of the overall working of the Finance Department
• Knowledge of all basic functions of the Financial Management Department

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• AAT technician or equivalent level / experience
• General accounting experience and adhering to deadlines

Desirable

• Advanced experience in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Actively studying towards CCAB qualification
• International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL) or equivalent

Qualities Essential

• Ability to use own initiative and work well within a team
• Understand and accept the need to maintain confidentiality
• Committed to personal development

Desirable

• Access to transport for work purposes

Skills Essential

• Knowledge of the functions and operation of accounting ledgers
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, whilst working under pressure
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities and work methodically to meet deadlines
• Sound written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• An appreciation of the overall working of the Finance Department
• Knowledge of all basic functions of the Financial Management Department

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Moor Lane Mills

Lancaster

LA1 1QD

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Moor Lane Mills

Lancaster

LA1 1QD

Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)