Financial Assistant

NHS Arden & GEM CSU; Greater London; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Arden & GEM CSU is seeking a Finance Assistant to support financial operations in a busy team. This role involves month-end reconciliations, budget processing, and administrative duties within the NHS framework. Candidates should have NHS financial experience and proficiency in SAP and Excel.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

State-of-the-Art Technology

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an NHS financial setting.
• Knowledge of month-end processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end reconciliations.
• Assist with budget journal preparation.
• Manage purchase orders and financial data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Financial reporting

Data entry

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Embrace the chance to make a difference: Join NHS Arden & GEM CSU as an interim and bring your unique expertise to where it's needed most!

Trust Wide Interim Opportunities

Opportunity for Interim Specialists to Support NHS Initiatives

We invite you to become a key member of our respected, diverse team at Arden & Gem, contributing to our temporary staffing framework that benefits the entire trust. We are actively seeking passionate Finance and Accountancy Professionals. Your role will be vital in assisting the NHS, with a strong emphasis on delivering client-focused results. The variety of services we provide creates an excellent opportunity for you to expand your professional abilities and knowledge

Finance Assistant

Role Scope:

• Full time hours - 37.5 per week
• A fixed-term agreement for 6 months
• Remote working opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail orientated Finance Assistant to join a busy Financial Services – Transacting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with NHS financial experience who is seeking to build their skills and contribute to a vital function within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform month end reconciliations and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of budget journals.
• Create and maintain supplier invoice templates.
• Raise and manage purchase orders (PO’s) in line with policies.
• Undertake general financial administrative duties such as data entry.

Our Employee Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay (AFC Band 3) £24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro-rata, dependant on your experience and the number of years you have worked in the NHS.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Our employees get to work with the latest and most advanced technologies available.
• Commitment to Professional Growth: We foster innovation, teamwork, and advancement by offering complimentary training and development to all staff.

Experience and qualifications required include:

• Previous experience in an NHS financial setting.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Oracle.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with experience using formulas and tools.
• Experience with month end processes and financial reconciliations.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to details.

Keep in mind, we appreciate a variety of skills and viewpoints within our team and welcome candidates from all walks of life and different career backgrounds.

Next Steps:

We value independent thinking and risk-taking. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas. Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment.

Visit our website at www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk to learn more about who we are and apply.

Note: We are not sponsoring these positions, so applicants must be UK residents.

At Arden & GEM CSU, we prioritise making the application process easy and accessible. As an NHS employer, we sometimes hire through NHS Jobs, LinkedIn, or other external job boards. Whether you choose LinkedIn’s one-click CV submission or prefer to submit an application form via NHS Jobs, every application is valued equally, and the choice of how you apply is yours!

At Arden & GEM, we embrace change and value inclusivity. We recognise that your time is precious and that work-life balance matters. Apply in the way that suits you best - and join us to make a difference!