Accounting Lead

Job Title: Accounting Lead

Function: Finance – Financial Control

Location: Hybrid – 2 days in the Alfreton office

Contract type: 9 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £65,920

Closing Date: Sunday 19th July 2026.

NHS Supply Chain has an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Lead to join our Finance team during a period of transformation. You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial controls, accurate transaction processing, and high‑quality financial reporting, helping to make it easier for the NHS to put patients first. Working across multiple operating units, you will lead continuous improvement of accounting processes, ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards, and provide trusted financial insight to internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, supported by appropriate evidence, policies, and controls.
• Lead and continuously improve accounting processes and procedures to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, accounting, and internal governance requirements.
• Deliver high‑quality financial reporting and insights to support effective decision‑making.
• Provide expert financial advice and contribute to projects, ensuring finance controls are embedded from the outset.

• Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely.
• Annual bonus scheme, long service, and colleague recognition awards.
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• In‑house training, support, and access to external qualifications to maximise your potential.
• 1 day of paid well‑being leave and free access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous pension scheme (with NHS contributing 12% when you contribute 6%).
• Access to a Flexible Benefits Scheme that includes Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions that suit you.
• 2 days of paid volunteering leave.
• Discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts.

• Strong financial accounting and control expertise, with a sound understanding of regulatory and accounting standards.
• Proven ability to analyse complex data and translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Confident stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to influence and advise senior colleagues.
• Experience leading, developing, and motivating teams in a values‑led environment.
• A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, accuracy, and accountability.

At NHS Supply Chain, we are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is not only valued, but celebrated, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in their career. We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not match perfectly with the job advert.