• Job Description

  Req#: C9395-25-0740?language=en&page=123&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Senior Financial Accountant to apply for this exciting opportunity to work within the NELFT Finance team.

  Band 6 to 7 dependant on experience.

  The role will require the successful candidate to work as part of the team based in the Finance department at CEME Innovation Centre, Marsh way, Rainham, RM13 8EY.

  Main duties of the job

  The candidate will need good communication skills and will be required to understand highly complex financial information and translate this to non-financial managers and external organisations.

  Assist in the production of the monthly accounts and maintenance of comprehensive fixed asset register system. This involves managing staff and working to tight deadlines.

  Working collaboratively across the wider finance team.

  Managing a team within the Financial Accounts Team. Any other financial duties as required by the Associate Director of Finance. The successful post holder will be expected to work in an agile way.As part of the Finance team team we can offer you:o Ensure that your own knowledge and skills are constantly updated, including mandatory trainingo Management supervision and appraisalso Training and development opportunitieso Provide agile working kit to enable agile working

  About us

  Starting with NELFT

  NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

  Probationary Period

  This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).

  High Cost Area Supplement

  This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,551 to a maximum of £5,735).

  Details

  Date posted

  30 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £37,338 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata plus HCAS

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  395-CC168-25-A

  Job locations

  CEME

  Marsh Way

  Rainham

  RM13 8GQ

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  • To undertake all duties in compliance with the Trusts SOs and SFIs and other operational policies, procedures and targets.
  • Ensure good standards of working for the control of the financial database, ensuring they are updated accurately and timely.
  • To manage the Financial accountants and staff underneath ensuring the personal and professional development of the sections including regular staff supervision sessions and annual appraisals.
  • To assist in the production of the Trusts statutory Annual Accounts and Notes and Trust Returns in accordance with IFRS.
  • Ensure that the capital programme and fixed assets are accounted for correctly, in line with the relevant statutory and NHS accounting policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for recording, monitoring and analysing commitment and expenditure against budgets. Reconciling monthly accounts and producing periodic variance reports appropriate to differing management levels.
  • Works with scheme managers to plan and develop robust forecasts of expenditure in order to monitor project cost against budget and to project cash flow and the resulting capital charges.
  • Monitors actual and projected cash flows against the NHS improvement Threshold and giving early notification of any forecast variation.
  • Maintains the Trust asset register in full compliance with the NHS Trusts, including additions, disposals, revaluations, impairments and transfers. Production of monthly reconciliations to the general ledger.
  • Prepare all working papers, as required by the external auditors in their "prepared by client schedules" in advance of their final audit visit. This information will be used in preparation of the Trusts Annual Accounts.
  • Calculate the capital charges estimate for the Trusts Annual Plan and provide capital charges forecasts as and when required to SLR Manager.
  • Ensure that the proper procedures and process are in place for the reporting of and accounting for capital and asset revaluation

  Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.

  We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

  References

  Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly.

  Use of AI

  Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

  If you like the sound of working with NELFT, dont waste a moment and apply now!

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  • To undertake all duties in compliance with the Trusts SOs and SFIs and other operational policies, procedures and targets.
  • Ensure good standards of working for the control of the financial database, ensuring they are updated accurately and timely.
  • To manage the Financial accountants and staff underneath ensuring the personal and professional development of the sections including regular staff supervision sessions and annual appraisals.
  • To assist in the production of the Trusts statutory Annual Accounts and Notes and Trust Returns in accordance with IFRS.
  • Ensure that the capital programme and fixed assets are accounted for correctly, in line with the relevant statutory and NHS accounting policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for recording, monitoring and analysing commitment and expenditure against budgets. Reconciling monthly accounts and producing periodic variance reports appropriate to differing management levels.
  • Works with scheme managers to plan and develop robust forecasts of expenditure in order to monitor project cost against budget and to project cash flow and the resulting capital charges.
  • Monitors actual and projected cash flows against the NHS improvement Threshold and giving early notification of any forecast variation.
  • Maintains the Trust asset register in full compliance with the NHS Trusts, including additions, disposals, revaluations, impairments and transfers. Production of monthly reconciliations to the general ledger.
  • Prepare all working papers, as required by the external auditors in their "prepared by client schedules" in advance of their final audit visit. This information will be used in preparation of the Trusts Annual Accounts.
  • Calculate the capital charges estimate for the Trusts Annual Plan and provide capital charges forecasts as and when required to SLR Manager.
  • Ensure that the proper procedures and process are in place for the reporting of and accounting for capital and asset revaluation

  Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.

  We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

  References

  Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly.

  Use of AI

  Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

  If you like the sound of working with NELFT, dont waste a moment and apply now!

  Person Specification

  Educational/Technical

  Essential

  • CCAB part qualified, or fully qualified Accounting Technician with significant post qualifying experience

  Experience

  Essential

  • Significant experience of working in an NHS Organisation
  • Extensive experience of working in a Financial Management role
  • Significant experience in Staff Management
  • Experience in preparing financial plans
  • Ability to communicate effectively and pass on knowledge to all levels of staff especially directors and senior managers and clinicians

  Desirable

  • Significant experience working in public sector finance
  • Previous Experience of Strategic Financial Management gained in a public sector setting
  • Experience of involvement in medium term financial planning
  • Experience of managing change
  • Experience of preparing, writing and presenting reports including on a range of complex financial issues
  • Experience of negotiating and supporting contract and service level agreements

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Fundamental knowledge of NHS accounting principles

  Desirable

  • experience in annual accounts
  • experience in capital accounting
  • experience in cash management

  Skills/Abilities

  Essential

  • Able to manage, and organise own work and input from other stakeholders to complete task by agreed dates.
  • Able to produce reports and present information to large groups in a clear and concise way and with confidence
  • Able to work with senior managers and clinicians
  • Able to fully cost projects and services
  • Able to interpret non-financial data and to link it with financial information
  • Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
  • Good decision making and prioritisation skills
  • Good analytical and judgemental skills
  • Good IT skills, including spreadsheets, databases and cost apportionment
  • Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills
  • Good understanding of NHS finance
  • Ability to travel efficiently throughout the business unit
  • Ability to work flexibly and adjust to changing requirements

  Desirable

  • Experience of organising and providing finance training to non-finance and junior finance staff

  Person Specification

  Educational/Technical

  Essential

  • CCAB part qualified, or fully qualified Accounting Technician with significant post qualifying experience

  Experience

  Essential

  • Significant experience of working in an NHS Organisation
  • Extensive experience of working in a Financial Management role
  • Significant experience in Staff Management
  • Experience in preparing financial plans
  • Ability to communicate effectively and pass on knowledge to all levels of staff especially directors and senior managers and clinicians

  Desirable

  • Significant experience working in public sector finance
  • Previous Experience of Strategic Financial Management gained in a public sector setting
  • Experience of involvement in medium term financial planning
  • Experience of managing change
  • Experience of preparing, writing and presenting reports including on a range of complex financial issues
  • Experience of negotiating and supporting contract and service level agreements

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Fundamental knowledge of NHS accounting principles

  Desirable

  • experience in annual accounts
  • experience in capital accounting
  • experience in cash management

  Skills/Abilities

  Essential

  • Able to manage, and organise own work and input from other stakeholders to complete task by agreed dates.
  • Able to produce reports and present information to large groups in a clear and concise way and with confidence
  • Able to work with senior managers and clinicians
  • Able to fully cost projects and services
  • Able to interpret non-financial data and to link it with financial information
  • Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
  • Good decision making and prioritisation skills
  • Good analytical and judgemental skills
  • Good IT skills, including spreadsheets, databases and cost apportionment
  • Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills
  • Good understanding of NHS finance
  • Ability to travel efficiently throughout the business unit
  • Ability to work flexibly and adjust to changing requirements

  Desirable

  • Experience of organising and providing finance training to non-finance and junior finance staff

  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

  NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

  Address

  CEME

  Marsh Way

  Rainham

  RM13 8GQ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

  Address

  CEME

  Marsh Way

  Rainham

  RM13 8GQ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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