Summary: The Corporate Group Accountant role at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust involves providing financial management advice and support to corporate departments and the Trust's subsidiary. The position requires effective communication with departmental managers and entails responsibilities such as financial planning, reporting, and performance management. This is a fixed-term position covering maternity leave, offering opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment. The role operates under an agile working policy, allowing for a mix of on-site and remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial management advice and support to Corporate Departments and the Trust Subsidiary (SCL).
• Lead financial interactions between CDDFT and SCL, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Advise Corporate Managers on financial implications of management policies and actions.
• Manage the financial management team, ensuring workload is allocated effectively.
• Monitor and report on financial performance of Corporate Areas, influencing managers to achieve targets.
• Support the Corporate Accountant with corporate financial responsibilities, including Annual Accounts and audits.
• Provide financial support during business planning and contracting processes.
• Attend meetings with Corporate staff and deputize for the Corporate Accountant as needed.

Key Skills:

• CCAB Professional Accountancy Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a finance function, particularly within NHS finance.
• Proficiency in computerised finance systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with staff at all levels.
• Ability to produce and analyse business cases and financial reports.
• Excellent organisational and people management skills.
• Knowledge of current NHS funding regimes and financial developments.
• Capability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.

Salary (Rate): £44,962

City: Darlington

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance