Job Title: Financial Accountant
Location: Hybrid working - Minimum 2 days per week in the office at Kingfisher House, Huntingdon.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Payrate: £#removed#ph
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our team. This role involves managing key financial operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and providing financial expertise to support decision-making. The Financial Accountant will have oversight of outsourced financial services, manage payroll resolutions, and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Payroll and Issue Resolution:
Address and resolve payroll issues promptly and effectively.
2. Charity Review Coordination:
Oversee and complete the charity review currently conducted by Trust auditors (Azets).
3. Oversight of Outsourced Financial Services:
Supervise NHS SBS services for supplier payments, transactional procurement, payroll, and treasury management.
4. Statutory Compliance:
Ensure compliance with internal and external statutory returns, including Month and Year-end accounts, Charity Accounting, and VAT returns.
5. Financial Planning and Reporting:
Support Trust-wide financial planning for the balance sheet and cash flow.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Trust's financial reporting system.
6. Debt Management:
Oversee the collection of debts arising from salary overpayments.
7. Training and Support:
Provide training to budget holders in financial management areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.
8. Reconciliations and Technical Advising:
Perform financial reconciliations and provide financial information.
Advise on technical matters, including VAT, capital accounting, and lease accounting.
Qualifications & Experience:
1. Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting, ideally within the healthcare or public sector.
2. Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, VAT, and technical accounting standards.
3. Effective communication and training skills to support budget holders.
4. Experience with outsourced financial services is desirable.
Key Competencies:
1. Analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
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