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Interim Financial Accountant (Band 7) - NHS

Location: Cambridgeshire

Hybrid: Minimum 2 days in the office per week
Contract Type: Interim - 6 months (December start)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Cedar is recruiting on behalf of our client for an Interim Financial Accountant to lead the Financial Accounts and Income team during a crucial period. This role will ensure the integrity of the balance sheet, oversee payroll and payments, and support the year-end accounts and audit process.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Financial Accounts and Income team, including oversight of outsourced financial services to NHS SBS.
Ensure monthly financial close, board reporting, NHSE submissions, and year-end accounts are completed accurately.
Resolve payroll issues and manage debt collection resulting from salary overpayments.
Support the financial planning of the balance sheet and cash flow.
Provide technical advice on VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
Deliver budget holder training in areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.
Ensure compliance with statutory returns, including charity accounting and VAT.

Essential Experience:

Proven experience in NHS finance, including balance sheet management and statutory reporting.
Strong technical knowledge of VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams.
A proactive approach to problem-solving, particularly with payroll and financial reconciliations