Job summary We have 2 exciting positions available due to internal promotions Central Finance and Corporate Reporting teams Central Finance Reporting Team To support in the adherence and maintenance of a robust management accounting infrastructure. To support in the coordination of the Trust's monthly budget reporting cycle through the General Ledger, ensuring that accurate and timely budgetary control information is circulated to all budget holders in line with agreed reporting deadlines. To contribute towards the preparation of the Monthly Management Reports Support any deep dive or ad-hoc analysis required to better understand the financial position and quantify changes in trends of key drivers impacting the trust position. Support the to respond to information requests, this will often require detailed modelling and analysis to be completed at pace and working to tight deadlines. Manage workload such that all deadlines are met, whilst completing work to a high standard, allowing for appropriate review and amendment by senior management before documents are disseminated outside the finance department. To support in coordinating month end to ensure timetable is met. To develop relationships and work closely with financial management and other finance functions to review processes and suggest improvements. Main duties of the job Corporate Reporting Team Responsible for management accounting for specific directorates encompassing both income and expenditure reporting but with specific emphasis on expenditure. To assist the Directorate Finance Manager to prepare Monthly Management Reports and Board briefings to set timelines with written analysis / commentaries for the various departmental senior managers enabling them to manage their areas of the business. To ensure that the period end reports for the directorates are accurate, error free and include all accruals necessary to present an accurate picture of the financial situation of the directorate. To assist the Directorate Finance Manager to prepare incisive commentary on the period end reports explaining major variances to budgets / forecasts. Manage workload such that all deadlines are met, whilst completing work to a high standard, allowing for appropriate review and amendment by senior management before documents are disseminated outside the finance department. Support any deep dive or ad-hoc analysis required to better understand the financial position and quantify changes in trends of key drivers impacting the trust position. To assist the Directorates to prepare annual I&E budget, ensuring that accurate and timely budgetary control information is circulated to all budget holders in line with agreed reporting deadlines. To undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and grade as specified by the line manager. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number Management Accountant Job locations Enfield Civic Centre Silver Street Enfield EN1 3XA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & Qualifications Essential Existing qualifications at least equivalent to CCAB Certificate level Studying for a Professional qualification in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA). Desirable Graduate CCAB Finalist Experience & Knowledge Essential Initial experience of management accounting or equivalent experience. Good working knowledge of double entry book-keeping Experience of presenting and explaining financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non-finance managers. Desirable Extensive management accounting experience in similar organisations Knowledge and understanding of the NHS financial environment. Skills & Aptitudes Essential Able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Ability to make use of systems (Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word) to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other financial systems. Record of delivering to tight deadlines. Desirable Advanced excel skills Advanced analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly the results of such analysis. Personal Qualities Essential Team player, willing to 'roll up sleeves' where necessary Positive 'can do' attitude Embraces change Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & Qualifications Essential Existing qualifications at least equivalent to CCAB Certificate level Studying for a Professional qualification in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA). Desirable Graduate CCAB Finalist Experience & Knowledge Essential Initial experience of management accounting or equivalent experience. Good working knowledge of double entry book-keeping Experience of presenting and explaining financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non-finance managers. Desirable Extensive management accounting experience in similar organisations Knowledge and understanding of the NHS financial environment. Skills & Aptitudes Essential Able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Ability to make use of systems (Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word) to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other financial systems. Record of delivering to tight deadlines. Desirable Advanced excel skills Advanced analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly the results of such analysis. Personal Qualities Essential Team player, willing to 'roll up sleeves' where necessary Positive 'can do' attitude Embraces change Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Enfield Civic Centre Silver Street Enfield EN1 3XA Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)