Financial Accountant

this post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years due to funding.

if you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

an exciting opportunity has arisen within the financial accounting department of powys teaching health board who are seeking a financial accountant.

the aim of the role is to provide proactive financial support across the health board

the financial accountant is a senior finance professional within powys teaching health board (pthb). Responsible for leading and developing the accounting functions of pthb, including the accounts receivable, charitable funds and treasury management functions. Ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service and develop these functions to be best in class, which will assist the finance department to achieve its target of full assurance in its core financial systems audits of these functions.

assist the assistant director of finance (accounting and systems) in leading the organisation on all technical aspects of accounting ensuring that the financial reporting standards are interpreted and are fully met to assist with the production of the organisation's statutory annual accounts and all statutory, monthly, and annual returns.

leading the organisation on all technical aspects of accounting ensuring that the financial reporting standards are interpreted and are fully met in order to assist with the production of the organisation's statutory annual accounts and all statutory, monthly and annual returns

responsible for the completion and monitoring of cashflow and treasury functions of the thb.

working collaboratively across the wider finance team

have line management responsibility for financial accounting staff. Manage the accounts receivable, charitable funds finance and treasury functions of the organisation.

we would particularly welcome applications from welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.

being the smallest heath board in wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at powys teaching health board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

as a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in britain, let alone wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

to start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

you will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click apply now to view in trac

• fully qualified accountant ccab (consultative committee of accountancy bodies). (professional level)
• evidence of continuing professional development training
• up to date on latest accounting standards and recommendations
• extensive understanding of accounting and reporting regime
• extensive knowledge of accounting procedures and good practice.
• knowledge of credit control systems and procedures.
• extensive understanding of nhs accounting and reporting regime
• experience of implementing financial controls and communicating those to the wider organisation

• experience in a financial accounting role.
• sound knowledge of financial control and governance processes
• recruitment, management, supervision, setting workload, appraising and development of staff.
• management of large complex income and expenditure budgets.
• in depth understanding of financial…