Financial Services Assistant (Internal Only)

Job title: Financial Services Assistant (Internal Only)

Company: NHS


Job description: **This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. ****If you would like to apply for this position please complete the attached Short Application Form and email this to the Recruitment Team at: ecn-tr.recruitment@nhs.net clearly marking for which vacancy you are applying for in the Subject Header of the email. Please note applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted**.Due to an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Services Team based at Macclesfield District General Hospital. This role is part of the well-established Finance & Procurement Department. We pride ourselves on our financial standards and commitment to continuous staff development.Hours per week: 37.5Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a highly motivated, confident and flexible individual looking to develop their career in NHS finance. The post holder will provide high calibre financial support to the Trust’s financial services team. This is a key role in supporting the regular day to day and monthly processes carried out by the department, and in the development of the Trust’s financial systems and processes, including the provision of a cashiers service within the Trust.Applicants should be highly numerate, a strong communicator and in particular able to communicate with staff, other NHS bodies, shared service provision, suppliers, debtors and the general public as required. Be an interactive team player, able to complete accurate reconciliations and capable of prioritising workload effectively. Candidates must possess excellent IT skills and be willing to work individually and as part of a team. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop personally and professionally. We expect candidates to be passionate, flexible and hard-working, seizing this opportunity to develop knowledge and skills within the operation of an NHS provider Trust. An understanding of credit control would be beneficial but not essential.About usIt is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.Date posted12 November 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,071 to £25,674 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Home or remote workingReference number209-A-24-6747724Job locationsMacclesfield DistrictGeneral HospitalVictoria Road, MacclesfieldSK10 3BLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.We look forward to receiving your application. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.We look forward to receiving your application.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Good general education to A level / NVQ 3 standard or qualified to AAT intermediate level
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• Working towards AAT technician or CCAB financial qualification
• European Computer Driving License (ECDL)

Skills, Knowledge & UnderstandingEssential

• Keyboard and IT skills
• Competent in the use of Excel to intermediate level
• Effective presentation of financial information
• Good written and excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels
• Ability to clearly explain complex information including underlying financial principles
• The ability to analyse written and financial information highlighting variances and trends

Desirable

• Knowledge of Access, Word and other MS office applications
• Awareness of current NHS issues

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of work in a busy team based environment
• Demonstration of ability to plan and manage own workload to meet deadlines

Desirable

• Financial or Management accounting experience
• Experience of Public Sector Finance

Other Role RequirementsEssential

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Good general education to A level / NVQ 3 standard or qualified to AAT intermediate level
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• Working towards AAT technician or CCAB financial qualification
• European Computer Driving License (ECDL)

Skills, Knowledge & UnderstandingEssential

• Keyboard and IT skills
• Competent in the use of Excel to intermediate level
• Effective presentation of financial information
• Good written and excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels
• Ability to clearly explain complex information including underlying financial principles
• The ability to analyse written and financial information highlighting variances and trends

Desirable

• Knowledge of Access, Word and other MS office applications
• Awareness of current NHS issues

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of work in a busy team based environment
• Demonstration of ability to plan and manage own workload to meet deadlines

Desirable

• Financial or Management accounting experience
• Experience of Public Sector Finance

Other Role RequirementsEssential

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Expected salary: £24071 – 25674 per year

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire

Job date: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:13:03 GMT

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