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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must manage the General Ledger, reconcile control accounts, provide financial advice on VAT, support year-end accounts, and train finance trainees.
  • You will maintain the General Ledger, reconcile control accounts, advise on VAT, support financial training, and assist in preparing month-end and year-end accounts.

Requirements

  • To provide a technical financial accounting to the Trust.
  • To ensure the maintenance of the General Ledger and reconciliation of control codes in a timely manner to ensure the accuracy of the ledgers and balances.
  • The post holder will ensure that the Trust’s ledger system is accurate by ensuring that control accounts are reconciled on a regular basis and that any reconciling items are investigated and cleared as soon as possible whilst taking an overview of the ledger in order to identify and correct any complex underlying issues.
  • The post holder will provide financial accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager – Technical Accounts and their senior team in relation to the statutory financial accounts.
  • To provide appropriate advice and guidance to the Trust’s staff and management on VAT ensuring that the Trust operates within VAT principles.
  • Calculating the VAT return and taking actions required to ensure the return is completed accurately and within the statutory timescale.
  • The post holder may be required to provide financial training and advice to all levels of staff within the directorate and within the wider Trust.
  • They will also provide support and training opportunities to finance trainees within the organisation.
  • To deputise for the Financial Accountant Technical as required.
  • The post holder will provide operational advice on the full range of financial accounting and support Trust-wide policies where relevant.
  • To provide financial accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager in relation to specific areas to include:
  • Clear and robust monthly/quarterly and annual control account reconciliations
  • Taking ownership and proactive approach to payroll reconciliations and addressing queries with all parties concerned.
  • Supporting and preparing year end accounts.
  • Preparing various month end journals and other month end related processes.

Responsibilities

  • To provide a technical financial accounting to the Trust.
  • To ensure the maintenance of the General Ledger and reconciliation of control codes in a timely manner to ensure the accuracy of the ledgers and balances.
  • The post holder will ensure that the Trust’s ledger system is accurate by ensuring that control accounts are reconciled on a regular basis and that any reconciling items are investigated and cleared as soon as possible whilst taking an overview of the ledger in order to identify and correct any complex underlying issues.
  • The post holder will provide financial accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager – Technical Accounts and their senior team in relation to the statutory financial accounts.
  • To provide appropriate advice and guidance to the Trust’s staff and management on VAT ensuring that the Trust operates within VAT principles.
  • Calculating the VAT return and taking actions required to ensure the return is completed accurately and within the statutory timescale.
  • The post holder may be required to provide financial training and advice to all levels of staff within the directorate and within the wider Trust.
  • They will also provide support and training opportunities to finance trainees within the organisation.
  • To deputise for the Financial Accountant Technical as required.
  • The post holder will provide operational advice on the full range of financial accounting and support Trust-wide policies where relevant.
  • To provide financial accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager in relation to specific areas to include:
  • Clear and robust monthly/quarterly and annual control account reconciliations
  • Taking ownership and proactive approach to payroll reconciliations and addressing queries with all parties concerned.
  • Supporting and preparing year end accounts.
  • Preparing various month end journals and other month end related processes

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Finance Accountant?

The primary responsibilities include maintaining the General Ledger, reconciling control accounts, providing financial accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager, advising on VAT compliance, and delivering training to staff on financial accounting matters.

Is experience in VAT important for this role?

Yes, experience in VAT is important, as the post holder will provide advice and guidance to the Trust’s staff and management to ensure compliance with VAT principles.

Will the Senior Finance Accountant have the opportunity to train others?

Yes, the post holder may be required to provide financial training and advice to staff at various levels and support finance trainees within the organization.

What is the expected outcome regarding control account reconciliations?

The expected outcome is to achieve clear and robust monthly, quarterly, and annual control account reconciliations while addressing any reconciling items promptly.

Who will the Senior Finance Accountant report to?

The Senior Finance Accountant will report to the Senior Finance Manager – Technical Accounts.

What are the four primary goals of the Trust's new strategy?

The four primary goals are high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.

What values underpin the Trust's strategy?

The Trust's strategy is underpinned by the values of being compassionate, proud, inclusive, and being one team.

Are there opportunities for career progression in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for career progression as the role involves providing support and training, and the Trust is committed to developing its staff.

Can the Senior Finance Accountant take on responsibilities related to year-end accounts?

Yes, the post holder will support and prepare year-end accounts as part of their responsibilities.

How can I contact for more information about this role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Hina Khan, Senior Finance Manager, via email at hina.masood-khan@uhl-tr.nhs.uk.

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, advancing health and improving patient outcomes through excellent service and innovative practices. Their purpose is to offer accessible, comprehensive medical care, ensuring the well-being and health of their community.