Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Financial Management department of Powys Teaching Health Board who are seeking a SeniorAssistant Accountant for Financial Accounting & Governance Main duties of the job The aim of the role is to provide proactive financial support across the Health Board, advising on all aspects of financial management ensuring there is a robust financial governance control environment in operation within the Health responsible for the review and monitoring of financial control procedures, including the provision of advice and support on aspects Financialgovernance and controls including compliance with the Health Board Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orderso supporting the wider Financial Accounting Team, on areas such as the production of the Health Board annual accounts, monitoring ofoutstanding creditors and debtors and the management of cash.
The Postholder will also provide support and oversight on financial aspects ofthe Health Board's Charitable being the key link with NHS Wales Shared Services Purchase to Pay Team to assist in driving the Health Boards continuous modernisationagenda in regards to procurement and financial business prepare and report to the Charitable Funds Committee the Charitable Funds annual accounts as defined by Charity Commission Guidelines and requirements.
oIn pursuit of continuous improvement within the finance department the post holder will assist on developing and enhancing standard operating procedures within the corporate finance function, ensuring compliance and act in a supporting role to ensure system weaknesses are quickly addressed and resolved.
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Job description Job responsibilities The post holder should have good communication skills as you will be liaising with the Directorate Budget Holders, including members of theExecutive Team, Department Heads of Service, and management on a regular basis.
In addition, the role requires excellent analytical skills, andis a great opportunity for someone looking to further their finance career, as well as gaining a wider understanding and experience of NHSservices.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification Part Qualified CCAB Essential Part Qualified CCAB Previous experience of the NHS finance regime Essential Previous experience of the NHS finance regime and NHS financial management agenda Experience Essential Previous experience of the NHS finance regime, with understanding of NHS infrastructure and financial management agenda Experience of financial management / financial accounting in a complex organisation Demonstrated ability to critically review, appraise, and amend business processes Experience of communicating effectively and confidently both verbally and in writing and internally and externally on all areas of role Extensive experience of using financial accounting & spreadsheet packages Well-developed communication skills Ability to explain complex financial processes and data to non-financial people Experience in preparation of core working papers for annual and Charitable Funds accounts Aptitude & Abilities Values Desirable Studying for a CCAB qualification Ability to speak Welsh