Band 5/6 Management Accountant

Management accountant general to support our Corporate division (Band 5/6)

Management Accountant - Corporate Division

Band 5/6 NHS Organisation | Interim Opportunity Hybrid Working Available

We are currently supporting an NHS organisation seeking a Management Accountant to provide financial support to its Corporate Division.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to develop their management accounting and business partnering skills within a complex and rewarding healthcare environment.

The Role

Working as part of a supportive finance team, you will provide high-quality financial management support to a range of corporate services, helping budget holders understand financial performance, manage resources effectively, and support informed decision-making.

You will play a key role in the production of management accounts, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis, ensuring the Corporate Division receives accurate and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports for the Corporate Division.
• Support budget holders with financial planning, forecasting, and budget management.
• Investigate and explain variances against budget and forecast.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial plans.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Support month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Monitor expenditure, identify financial risks, and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Build effective working relationships with operational and non-financial managers.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with business cases, financial modelling, and ad hoc finance projects as required.

About You

We are keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant, or Finance Analyst role.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to present complex financial information in a clear and understandable way.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines.
• AAT qualified, studying towards a professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIMA), or equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• Previous NHS or public sector finance experience.
• Experience supporting corporate or support service budgets.
• Knowledge of NHS financial reporting processes and procedures.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a well-established NHS finance team.
• Broad exposure to management accounting and business partnering responsibilities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive Band 5/6 salary or day rate, dependent on experience.

Apply Now

If you are a finance professional looking to further develop your management accounting career within the NHS and enjoy working closely with stakeholders to support financial performance, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch today.