Support Accountant

Responsibilities

• Raise invoices attributable to assigned Business Units.
• Assist Business Units in achieving Better Payment Policy (BPP) targets by reviewing reports and liaising with authorisers/suppliers to resolve issues weekly.
• Calculate and enter transactions in the general ledger as required.
• Conduct complex analysis of the assigned Business Units and provide commentary according to the monthly timetable.
• Assist in ensuring the Business Unit meets its budget review compliance target by liaising with budget managers monthly.
• Prepare internal recharges for temporary staff and other costs to be shared across Business Units.
• Assist in preparation of returns to external bodies as required for review by the Finance Business Partner or Deputy Business Partner.
• Produce accurate financial reports under guidance of the Finance Business Partner or Deputy Business Partner for the assigned Business Unit according to the monthly timetable.
• Assist in preparation of the annual budget and forecasts for the assigned Business Unit following the departmental framework and timetable.
• Support staff within the Business Unit to ensure financial affairs are conducted in line with Trust’s procedures and controls.
• Maintain financial controls including the Authorised Signatory Database and accounting hierarchy.
• Issue budget statements to Budget Managers across the organisation in accordance with the monthly timetable.
• Reconcile and clear suspense accounts in liaison with management accounting in line with monthly reporting timetables.
• Liaise with payroll to identify salary overpayments and recover monies in line with Trust policy.
• Investigate and provide advice on overpayment queries.
• Administer financial arrangements of the Trust’s car leasing, including preparation of P3s and coding of lease invoices.
• Reconcile the Trust’s balance sheet accounts for salary deductions, including lease cars.
• Calculate and enter transactions for the Trust and charitable funds in the general ledger as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Any candidate with relevant NVQ Level 3 or AAT Level 3 (or below) will be considered and remunerated at Band 3 salary.
• Experience in accounting or finance; a student actively developing experience is acceptable.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with attention to detail.
• Previous experience with budgeting, invoicing and general ledger transactions is desirable.

Learning & Development

The role includes the opportunity to study towards a Level 7 professional accountancy qualification. The Trust makes use of the Apprentice Levy to support professional development and will provide a dedicated study mentor. Access to a wealth of resources through Skills Development Network (SDN). The Trust is an accredited employer with AAT, ACCA (GOLD) and CIMA training provider.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion.

Remuneration & Working Pattern

Band 3 salary starting at £24,937 per annum. Hybrid role: initial expectation is 3–4 days per week in the office, reviewed once the candidate is up to speed.

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