Management Accountant

5 months ago

Dartford, United Kingdom Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a Management Accountant (Income and Contracts) to support the Trust's Income and Contracting team with internal and external income reporting as well as leading clinical and SLA income matters. This opportunity is a great role for someone wanting to develop their current finance experience within an interesting area of the Trust.

The Management Accountant role is a key position that supports delivering month end reporting, SLA monitoring, business planning, Cost Improvement Plan analysis and pricing, and the review of business cases. The role reports directly to Deputy Head of Income, Financial Planning and Contracts and deputises for them as required in income related matters.

The role also has line management responsibility for one post and therefore would suit someone who values development and who wants to expand their line management skillset.

Applicants must be qualified (CCAB or equivalent).

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality income analysis within the Income and Contracting Team to support the delivery of appropriate financial reporting and sustainable financial performance.

To provide assurance to the Deputy Head of Income, Financial Planning and Contracts of the quality of historic and forecast financial information through completion of analytical review processes.

To be accountable to the Deputy Head of Income, Financial Planning and Contracts for the adherence to Trust financial policies and procedures, statutory requirements and requirements from Department of Health and NHS England

The post holder must be qualified with a CCAB or equivalent qualification, and have significant experience within finance and be fully committed to Continuous Professional Development.

Previous experience within an Income and Contracting team with expert knowledge of PbR and income rules and regulations will be advantageous.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

Manage the Income Assistant (Income and Contracts) and support with ongoing training and queries.

Prepare the process and calculation of clinical income activity through the Trusts income monitoring system (SLAM), both in-month and year-to date, ensuring that position is accurate and reported in accordance with the accounting principles within the Trusts general ledger system.

Oversee the accounting, financial reporting and invoicing of other central income including non-patient care income as deemed appropriate liaising with external bodies and Finance Business Partners to ensure the correct level of income is received within the Trust.

Prepare, process and maintain monthly accrual / deferral journals, including appropriate back-up for audit requirements alongside the Income Assistant (Income and Contracts).

Review the completion of the master Trust income spreadsheet extracted from the Trust General Ledger system with reasons for variance to plan and change from previous month. Brief relevant Managers on the Trust income position (central income and devolved) ahead of the month end review meeting by the senior finance team.

Prepare the refresh of the central income forecast as part of the Trust income and expenditure forecast, liaising with colleagues within finance as appropriate. Brief, and review relevant managers on the forecast.

Maintain detailed reconciliations in relation to patient care activities income transactions for the Trusts main commissioners.

Develop and produce monthly divisional performance reports and commentary. Analyse financial information, carry out investigations on income variances and where necessary suggest/instigate corrective action.

Write the reporting of income to the Trust Board and Finance Committee.

Complete the monthly Provider Finance in year monitoring return (PFR) for the income related tabs.

Please see attached job description for further information.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Degree in Accountancy AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Member level Degree level knowledge in Accountancy and a recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ACA) European Computer Driving Licence Evidence of CPD

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Excellent financial and analytical skills, able to concentrate for long periods of time when analysing complex data and completing difficult reconciliations Excellent knowledge of Payments by Results (PbR) Specialised knowledge and expertise in PbR relating to High Cost Drugs (HCDs), Non Contracted Activity (NCAs) for recharges to Commissioners and ESRF Able to provide clear and precise information for authorising and raising invoices to recover HCD, NCA and P2P activity Good negotiation skills and able to persuade and reach agreement on challenges and queries Advanced computer skills (including Microsoft Office applications) Advanced keyboard skills and daily use of PC High level application software skills particularly in spreadsheet and database design and modelling. Familiar with SQL, SLAM and CIVICA systems and software packages Excellent organisation and decision making skills Excellent communication skills both written and oral Able to work to financial deadlines Able to analyse complex financial data, provide financial advise and complete detailed and complex reconciliations Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team Knowledge of legislation as it effects finance and accountancy and suggest and implement changes arising from new and amended accounting policies and procedures Ability to work calmly under pressure Able to completing detailed and complex datasets and spreadsheets

Experience

Essential

Substantial experience within a complex financial environment Experience of Financial Accounting Experience of analysing and interpreting complex financial data Experience of dealing with complex issues and business plans making changes due to organisational requirements to ensure income targets are met Knowledge and experience of dealing with both internal and external complex audit issues

Desirable

Previous NHS experience Line Management experience

Personal Attributes

Essential

Able to respond to change and an unpredictable environment in a positive manor Ability to cope with challenging members of staff, and other external stakeholders

Desirable

Strong sense of quality and customer focus

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