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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:

* Payroll and Issue Resolution:

* Address and resolve payroll issues promptly and effectively.

* Charity Review Coordination:

* Oversee and complete the charity review currently conducted by Trust auditors (Azets).

* Oversight of Outsourced Financial Services:

* Supervise NHS SBS services for supplier payments, transactional procurement, payroll, and treasury management.

* Statutory Compliance:

* Ensure compliance with internal and external statutory returns, including Month and Year-end accounts, Charity Accounting, and VAT returns.

* Financial Planning and Reporting:

* Support Trust-wide financial planning for the balance sheet and cash flow.

* Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Trust's financial reporting system.

* Debt Management:

* Oversee the collection of debts arising from salary overpayments.

* Training and Support:

* Provide training to budget holders in financial management areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.

* Reconciliations and Technical Advising:

* Perform financial reconciliations and provide financial information.

* Advise on technical matters, including VAT, capital accounting, and lease accounting.

Qualifications & Experience:

* Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting, ideally within the healthcare or public sector.

* Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, VAT, and technical accounting standards.

* Effective communication and training skills to support budget holders.

* Experience with outsourced financial services is desirable.

Key Competencies:

* Analytical and problem-solving skills.

* High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

* Strong organizational and time-management abilities