Job Description

This role would suit a well-rounded, Part Qualified and conscientious Accountant who is proactive in their approach to work. They will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Management Accounting, activity, income and expenditure forecasts and be able to use well-developed analytical skills to solve complex problems.
The post holder will support the Head of Income and Contracting as well as other stakeholders for all aspects of Trust income. The post holder will need to demonstrate accounting and business knowledge, analytical support and clear presentation of financial and business information to clinical and non-clinical colleagues. He/she will constructively and positively challenge all aspects of income reporting to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

• Monitor all income sources working closely with Commissioners and providing monthly income reconciliations, working closely with divisions and Finance Business Partners on income allocation.
• To assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, reports, projections and performance indicators; analyzing and investigating all significant variances, undertaking trend analysis and making recommendations for corrective action where appropriate.
• Management of Sales ledger matching direct income to internal sales invoices
• Raise ad hoc invoices including contract income with supporting schedules.
• Reconcile Commissioners payment schedules.
• Line management to the Private Patient Officer ensuring that to ensure that income is maximized and that Trust systems and processes are efficient and effective and up to date with the latest regulations.
• Support the personal and professional development of the Private Patient Officer.

We appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities