Senior Assistant Accountant

Job Description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is caring, safe, and respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Assistant Accountants to support the Medical and Emergency Care and Trauma Directorate with Acute Services based at Ailsa Hospital.

What you will do

You will provide direct support to the relevant Management Accountant and be responsible for the provision of financial management information and budgetary reports. Key duties include providing financial and budgetary support to the Management Accountant, budget holders, and all other interested parties.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job

You must be proficient in all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel and Office. You must have at least an HNC level qualification, be an excellent communicator and team player. If you have an HND level qualification you are also acceptable, and you should be working towards a professional accountancy qualification.

Hours

The role is 36 hours per week and can be worked flexibly on a work pattern agreed between Monday and Friday.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is required for this role.

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

It is essential that you have checked whether you already have the appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application.

To work in the United Kingdom, a legal right to work must be demonstrated. Information about the visa and immigration responsibilities of NHS Scotland Boards is available in the Candidate Information Pack.

Visa sponsorship may be offered for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and other criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case by case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre employment checks.

Contact

Ian Ferris, Senior Finance Manager: .

For more information about the role, contact Ian Ferris.