Head of Financial Accounts

4 weeks ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Financial Accounts to join our team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting and a proven track record of delivering high-quality financial services.

Main Responsibilities

The Head of Financial Accounts will be responsible for leading and managing the Financial Accounts team to deliver an effective financial accounting service to the Executive Team, Senior Managers, and all service users both internal and external. This will involve developing and implementing policies and procedures, ensuring the highest levels of financial governance and performance standards are achieved and maintained.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the delivery and provision of accounting and financial services, including the planning of manpower and financial resources required to meet the delivery of the service. This will involve working closely with other finance managers to ensure consistency across the Financial Accounts Department and wider organisation.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to delivering high-quality patient care. As a Head of Financial Accounts, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the financial performance of the Trust and contribute to the development of our financial strategy.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about financial accounting and has a strong track record of delivering high-quality financial services. If you are a qualified accountant with a strong background in financial accounting and a proven track record of leadership and management, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

  • A qualified CCAB (Accounting qualification) or knowledge and experience equivalent to post registration/graduate degree.
  • Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
  • Highly developed specialist knowledge across a broad range of Financial Accounting topics.
  • Sound understanding of Financial Reporting Standards (FRS).
  • Sound understanding of the Manual for Accounts.
  • Significant NHS experience.
  • Extensive Financial Accounting experience.


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