Summary: The Care Group Accountant role at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is a pivotal position within the finance team, responsible for providing financial support and guidance to ensure the effective management of a care group's budget of approximately £60 million. The successful candidate will lead a team, oversee financial planning and control, and drive efficiency improvements while collaborating closely with clinical and managerial staff. This position offers a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements. The role requires a commitment to enhancing financial performance and delivering high-quality care for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality financial management services, including business advice and planning.
• Maintain financial control and monitor performance against income and expenditure targets.
• Lead the financial management team, ensuring timely and accurate financial advice.
• Drive efficiency and productivity improvements within the care group.
• Oversee the annual budget-setting process and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Communicate effectively with clinical directors and other stakeholders regarding financial performance.
• Contribute to the development of financial skills among clinical staff.

Key Skills:

• CCAB Professional Accountancy Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• In-depth knowledge of the NHS financial regime and capital accounting.
• Strong analytical and judgement skills for complex financial scenarios.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a finance team.
• Experience in financial planning and governance.
• Proficiency in using IT for financial analysis and reporting.

Salary (Rate): 60504

City: Darlington

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance