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Interim Financial Accountant (Band 7) - NHS
Location: Cambridgeshire
Hybrid: Minimum 2 days in the office per week
Contract Type: Interim - 6 months (December start)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Cedar is recruiting on behalf of our client for an Interim Financial Accountant to lead the Financial Accounts and Income team during a crucial period. This role will ensure the integrity of the balance sheet, oversee payroll and payments, and support the year-end accounts and audit process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Financial Accounts and Income team, including oversight of outsourced financial services to NHS SBS.
- Ensure monthly financial close, board reporting, NHSE submissions, and year-end accounts are completed accurately.
- Resolve payroll issues and manage debt collection resulting from salary overpayments.
- Support the financial planning of the balance sheet and cash flow.
- Provide technical advice on VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
- Deliver budget holder training in areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.
- Ensure compliance with statutory returns, including charity accounting and VAT.
Essential Experience:
- Proven experience in NHS finance, including balance sheet management and statutory reporting.
- Strong technical knowledge of VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, particularly with payroll and financial reconciliations.
