252544 Senior Assistant Management Accountant

About the role

We are currently seeking candidates for a Senior Assistant Management Accountant (Band 5) role within the Management Accounting team. This role supports budget holders and senior finance staff with financial reporting, budget setting, variance analysis, and business case development. The role involves regular interaction with non-finance colleagues, requiring clear communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support budget holders and senior finance staff with financial reporting, budget setting, variance analysis, and business case development.
• Work closely with non-finance colleagues to ensure accurate and timely financial information is provided.
• Contribute to the effective financial management of NHS services.

Requirements

• HND, AAT Technician level, or equivalent experience
• Minimum two years’ relevant accounting experience
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Qualifications

• Essential: HND, AAT Technician level, or equivalent experience
• Desirable: Experience using NHS finance systems (e.g., CEDAR, Business Objects)
• Desirable: Understanding of NHS finance structures and reporting hierarchies

Skills

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for training, progression, and involvement in meaningful projects
• Free, unlimited parking at all hospital sites

Pay

NHS Dumfries & Galloway offers competitive pay commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role is full-time and permanent.