Job Title:
Financial Accountant
Job Description -----------------------------------
We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will assist the Finance Manager in the accounting function and report directly to them.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist in the preparation of monthly financial information, including monthly accounts, activity reports, Integrated Management Reports, performance reports, and other financial and statistical information as requested.
2. Manage and supervise the Patient Accounts Department.
3. Assist in the day-to-day running of the accounting function in the service.
4. Prepare annual accounts for subsequent audit and liaise with auditors during the audit.
5. Support the Pensions Department in the performance of their duties, particularly in relation to statutory reporting to DPER.
6. Assist in the management of treasury and cash, including cash flow forecasts.
7. Deal with queries and requests for information from both internal sources and external sources.
8. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.
9. Liaise with Internal Audit in the preparation of their annual audit plan.
10. Review internal controls and procedures and make recommendations as appropriate.
11. Work closely with ICT on the development and implementation of finance systems upgrades and replacements.
Qualifications and Experience:
A recognized accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ACA) or at final stages is required. Three years' relevant experience in a similar role is also necessary. Excellent ICT skills, including MS Excel proficiency, are essential. Proven organizational and administrative skills are required, along with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.