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Senior Management Accountant

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need a CCAB/CIMA qualification, significant financial management experience, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, team and independent work ability, and advanced Excel proficiency.
  • You will produce management accounts, analyze financial data, advise operational managers, track cost improvements, assist with budgeting, and support team management for financial balance.

Requirements

  • - A professional accounting qualification (CCAB/CIMA or equivalent)
  • - Significant post-qualification experience in a relevant financial management role
  • - Experience of producing management accounts and financial reports
  • - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data
  • - Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
  • - Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
  • - Proficient in the use of financial management systems and advanced Excel skills
  • - Knowledge of NHS financial systems and processes (desirable)

Responsibilities

  • You will play a valued role overseeing the routine production of cyclical management accounting reports and providing effective senior financial support to operational managers.
  • The role will be responsible for overseeing the production of the monthly management accounts, the review and presentation of year to date and forecast positions with supporting analysis.
  • Delivery of cost improvement and efficiency savings (CIP) will need to be tracked and reported.
  • The role also requires regular contact with operational colleagues, providing sound, accurate and timely financial advice on a range of topics to enable Operational Managers to have effective financial management of their budgets.
  • You will provide vital support assisting the Finance Business Manager with the planning and delivery of the annual budget setting process, which in turn contributes to the Trust's short and medium term financial strategies.
  • Throughout their work, you must ensure the operational teams are aware of the need to deliver financial balance.
  • The post has managerial input to the smooth running of the wider team.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Senior Management Accountant at TSDFT?

The primary role is to oversee the routine production of cyclical management accounting reports, provide financial support to operational managers, and track cost improvements and efficiency savings.

Who does the Senior Management Accountant report to?

The Senior Management Accountant reports to the Finance Business Manager.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Management Accountant?

Key responsibilities include overseeing the production of monthly management accounts, reviewing and presenting year-to-date and forecast positions, providing financial advice to operational colleagues, and assisting with the annual budget setting process.

What type of environment will the Senior Management Accountant be working in?

The Senior Management Accountant will work in a challenging, diverse, and rewarding NHS environment that aims to provide better health and care for all.

What is the size and structure of the Management Accounting Function within TSDFT?

The Management Accounting Function consists of 25-30 people who work closely together in an open plan office near the main Torbay Hospital site in Torquay.

Is there an opportunity for managerial input in this role?

Yes, the role includes managerial input to the smooth running of the wider team within the Finance Department.

Will the Senior Management Accountant need to regularly communicate with other departments?

Yes, regular contact with operational colleagues will be necessary to provide accurate financial advice and support effective financial management of their budgets.

How can I learn more about the position or ask more questions?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Rupert Hines, the Finance Business Manager, at Rupert.Hines@nhs.net or call 07880 722487.

What is TSDFT's approach to health and social care integration?

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is pioneering the integration of health and social care nationally, focusing on providing an integrated care organization.

Are there opportunities for professional development within this role?

While the job description does not specify, positions in the NHS typically offer opportunities for professional development and continuing education within the finance sector.

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.