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: £23.60-27ph
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:
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Payroll and Issue Resolution:
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Address and resolve payroll issues promptly and effectively.
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Charity Review Coordination:
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Oversee and complete the charity review currently conducted by Trust auditors (Azets).
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Oversight of Outsourced Financial Services:
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Supervise NHS SBS services for supplier payments, transactional procurement, payroll, and treasury management.
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Statutory Compliance:
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Ensure compliance with internal and external statutory returns, including Month and Year-end accounts, Charity Accounting, and VAT returns.
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Financial Planning and Reporting:
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Support Trust-wide financial planning for the balance sheet and cash flow.
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Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Trust's financial reporting system.
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Debt Management:
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Oversee the collection of debts arising from salary overpayments.
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Training and Support:
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Provide training to budget holders in financial management areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.
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Reconciliations and Technical Advising:
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Perform financial reconciliations and provide financial information.
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Advise on technical matters, including VAT, capital accounting, and lease accounting.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting, ideally within the healthcare or public sector.
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Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, VAT, and technical accounting standards.
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Effective communication and training skills to support budget holders.
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Experience with outsourced financial services is desirable.
Key Competencies:
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Analytical and problem-solving skills.
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High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong organizational and time-management abilities
