This post is a core role within the Corporate Finance team and works hand in hand with colleagues across the wider Finance department to deliver meaningful financial information. Building relationships, being a team player and carrying out responsibilities with diligence and care will enable the post holder to become a vital go-to person to make things happen.
The Corporate Finance Team supports a variety of corporate services and budget managers. This role would suit somebody who is interested in a position in finance, who may have limited previous experience but is keen to develop their finance skills. We are looking for someone with a logical mind, with an eye for detail and a proficient level of IT skills.
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
1. Key Responsibilities
Under the leadership/guidance and support from the Finance Business Partner:
Ensure accurate input of financial information to the ledger and associated systems
Specific areas of responsibility including assistance in ensuring coding accuracy
Ensuring the accuracy and timely uploading of expenditure and other bulk journals to the ledger
Assist in the preparation and input of budget and expenditure journals into the financial ledger and associated feeder systems (including payroll/manpower, ESR etc. ) to agreed timetables, including correction of feeder system input
Assist in the production and analysis of reports and confidential financial information from appropriate systems to answer ad hoc enquiries
Assist when required in the analysis and explanation of budget /expenditure/income variances in liaison with appropriate staff
Undertake data entry into other financial systems as required
Support and advise team members in the preparation of business cases for revenue and capital developments
Respond to ad hoc queries around what may be sensitive, political and confidential issues
Ensure information provided is consistent with corporate objectives
Carry out other duties that may from time to time be required by finance staff
Provide cover across the team as needed
2. Professional Development, Education and Training
Participate in the provision of Finance Training Programmes to Budget Holders and other non-finance staff.
Comply with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), Manual Handling, clinical equipment competency, risk management, Data Protection Acts and patient confidentiality at all times. This will include demonstrating compliance with the terms of all safeguarding policies and processes relevant to the safeguarding of adults and children in the care of GHNHSFT and to undergo regular mandatory training concerned with safeguarding matters.
Actively participate in the Trust’s appraisal/development conversation process. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager.
To attend all mandatory components of training including:
Corporate Induction
GHNHSFT mandatory training
Progress review meetings
3. Improving Quality and developing practice
Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
Attend Department Meetings, Team Meetings and any other meetings relevant to the role and / or training and development requirements.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
Ensure a smart, professional image that enhances the public perception of the Trust and the professionalism of its staff is portrayed.
Promote equality at all times and respect privacy and confidentiality, acting appropriately and professionally upon any sensitive information in accordance with Trust Policy.
4. Physical, Mental & Emotional Effort & Working Conditions
Frequent concentration required on complex issues where complete accuracy is imperative within tight deadlines, despite regular interruptions.
Ability to manage own workload within a complex and pressurised environment, maintaining a professional attitude and sound judgement in the face of changing demands and priorities.
Remaining upbeat and approachable, keeping an open mind and focusing on the material impact of changes and prioritising according to value and impact.
