Financial Systems and Accounts Supervisor

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice; Farnham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate healthcare organization is seeking a proactive accountant to support the Finance Team in Farnham, England. This hands-on role includes responsibilities like acting as a system lead for Microsoft Business Central and preparing month-end accounts. Ideal candidates will be MAAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with strong financial skills. The position also offers excellent benefits such as six weeks paid holiday and a pension plan, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to make an impact in charity finance.

Benefits

Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays

Matched pension contributions up to 7.5%

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive colleagues

Flexible hours and working

Qualifications

• Be MAAT or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with strong financial and management accounting experience.
• Have confidence working with accounting systems, ideally Microsoft Business Central.
• Possess strong intermediate Excel skills and knowledge of Gift Aid.

Responsibilities

• Act as system lead for Microsoft Business Central.
• Prepare month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead finance-related projects and provide cover for other supervisors.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Good IT skills

Financial accounting experience

Management accounting experience

Intermediate Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

MAAT or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

We are seeking a proactive accountant with good IT skills to ensure our finance systems operate efficiently and effectively. This is a varied, hands‑on role supporting the whole Finance Team, particularly during periods of peak activity, to ensure the department continues to run smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Act as system lead for Microsoft Business Central, our accounting system, and the other systems used by the Finance Team.
• Prepare month‑end journals, balance sheet reconciliations and support year‑end accounts and audit.
• Be responsible for restricted funds accounting and support Gift Aid processes.
• Provide cover for Sales, Purchase Ledger and Income Supervisors as required.
• Support Finance Assistants during high‑volume income periods.
• Lead finance‑related projects and deputise for the Head of Finance when needed.

Qualifications

• Be MAAT or part‑qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA, with strong financial and management accounting experience.
• Be confident working with accounting systems (ideally Microsoft Business Central) and intermediate Excel skills.
• Have knowledge of Gift Aid and an understanding of charity finance and SORP (desirable).
• Be highly organised, collaborative and flexible, with excellent communication skills and a can‑do attitude.

For a full list of essential requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification document. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, systems improvement and working closely with colleagues across an organisation with a strong service ethos.

We are based in Farnham, Camberley and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North‑East Hampshire. Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters. Our Finance team members are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring 'every day is precious' for our patients.

Benefits

• Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Equal Opportunities employer
• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell

Career Development

• Leadership Development
• Skill Development and Training
• Project‑Based Learning
• Professional Growth
• Upskilling
• Apprenticeships
• Coaching
• Diverse Training Courses