Strategic Management Accountant – NHS Budget & Reporting

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Croydon; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization in Croydon seeks a Senior Management Accountant to support financial planning and reporting functions. Key responsibilities include producing financial plans, preparing finance reports, and participating in the Cost Improvement Programme. The ideal candidate will have CCAB finalist status, at least three years of management accounting experience in the NHS, and strong financial analysis skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of £53,751 to £60,651 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience providing management accounts support.
• 3 years management accountant experience in an NHS setting.
• Experience in investigation and analysis of financial data.

Responsibilities

• Produce summary financial plans that reflect strategic objectives.
• Generate timely monthly finance reports and monitor budget performance.
• Assist in planning the Cost Improvement Programme.

Skills

In‑depth knowledge of financial systems

Excellent communication skills

Resource management

Presentation and negotiation skills

Autonomous decision-making

Education

CCAB finalist or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Budgeting systems

Financial ledger systems

Reporting software

Job description

A public healthcare organization in Croydon seeks a Senior Management Accountant to support financial planning and reporting functions. Key responsibilities include producing financial plans, preparing finance reports, and participating in the Cost Improvement Programme. The ideal candidate will have CCAB finalist status, at least three years of management accounting experience in the NHS, and strong financial analysis skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of £53,751 to £60,651 annually.