Band 5 Senior Financial Management Accountant

Job Summary

UHBFT is recruiting for a permanent Senior Financial Management Accountant (Band
5) on a full-time basis (37.5hrs). The role involves providing tailored financial support to research specialties, offering financial management advice and budgetary support to R&D Management and Research Application support teams, and managing grant costing, forecast budgeting and month‑end reporting. The post is based at Regents Court, George Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 1NU
, with required travel across sites. Salary band:
Band 5, £32,073‑£34,592 per annum.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust prioritises an inclusive culture where all staff feel valued and supported. We aim to recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds and commit to making reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities.

Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role.

Essential

• Five Grade GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or A to C pre‑2019 grading) including Maths and English

Desirable

• Progress towards a CCAB qualification (e.g. ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) or significant relevant experience

Essential

• Experience of working in management accounts with a good understanding of accounting concepts and techniques

Desirable

• Experience with in the NHS or another large complex organisation with knowledge of the annual cycle from planning through to year‑end forecasting and accounts preparation
• Working knowledge or interest in NHS performance management framework and key targets

• Commitment to development and training of staff
• Displays smart appearance and integrity
• Reliable, punctual, pro‑active approach
• Ability to travel to fulfil the role, both between hospital sites and elsewhere, as required

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Regent Court, Second Floor, 14, George Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 1NT
, United Kingdom

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