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Cedar

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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2JJ

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

The NHS is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a six-month contract starting in December, located in Cambridgeshire with a hybrid work model requiring a minimum of two days in the office per week.
The role offers a salary of Band 7 and involves leading the Financial Accounts and Income team, ensuring the accuracy of the balance sheet, and supporting the year-end accounts and audit process.
Candidates must have proven experience in NHS finance, particularly in balance sheet management and statutory reporting, along with strong technical knowledge of VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
Excellent leadership skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, especially regarding payroll issues and financial reconciliations, are essential for this position.
The working hours are Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, and the role includes responsibilities such as overseeing outsourced financial services and delivering budget holder training.

Interim Financial Accountant (Band 7) - NHS

Location: Cambridgeshire

Hybrid: Minimum 2 days in the office per weekContract 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.

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