Senior Management Accountant (Finance - Clinical Division)

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a Senior Management Accountant to join their Finance team. The role involves delivering high-quality management accounting services, supervising a team, and engaging in budgeting and financial analysis. Ideal candidates will have NHS finance experience and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Free 24/7 independent counselling service

Learning and development opportunities

Free Pilates classes

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS Finance or similar.
• Strong technical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill management accounting duties including budget setting and forecasting.
• Provide financial analysis and advice to management.
• Manage budgetary aspects and monitor performance.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

CCAB or CIMA qualification

Job description

Job summary

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

We are looking for a highly motivated, energetic Senior Management Accountant (SMA) to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, the SMA will be responsible for providing a high-quality, customer-focused management accounting service and supervising one team member.

Main duties of the job

Candidates should have experience in NHS Finance or similar, along with strong technical and communication skills. The ability to organise a varied workload and problem-solve is essential. Up-to-date knowledge of NHS management accounting and budgeting is required.

About us

At Moorfields, we offer more than just an excellent career and great colleagues. Our benefits include:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working environment

And much more! For the full benefits list, see our Moorfields benefits document.

Details

Date posted: 15 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £44,806 to £53,134 a year (Including HCAS)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 273-DN-7154740-A

Job locations: City Road, London, EC1V 2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring all management accounting duties are fulfilled, including annual budget setting, in-year monitoring, forecasting, variance analysis, and providing training and advice to budget holders.
• Providing financial analysis and advice to the Divisional Operations Director, Clinical Directors, and other managers. Regular meetings with budget managers to identify financial or performance issues early and produce robust forecasts, including benchmarking and opportunities from the Trust's PLICS system.
• Managing all budgetary aspects within the Division, monitoring performance, and advising on corrective actions. Leading the division in the annual budget setting process.

Person Specification

Education (Essential): Actively studying towards a CCAB (or CIMA) qualification or able to demonstrate qualification by experience.

Experience (Essential): Relevant experience in management accounting, including forecasting and budget setting.

Knowledge (Essential): Extensive financial management experience within a complex environment, including budget control, forecasting, and management information processes.

Experience (Desirable): Managing and developing staff.

Skills & Abilities (Essential): Ability to plan and organise workload, meet deadlines, and balance priorities in a demanding environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Required, as the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer details

Name: Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: City Road, London, EC1V 2PD

Website: https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us