About this role
Job summary
To contribute to the provision of an expert financial management service to the business. To takeownership for the nominated areas, including the production of high-quality information, cost and income analysis,forecasting and the presentation of this information supported by Finance Business Partners.To support the Heads of Service & Service Managers in the discharge of their financial responsibilities; includingmaintaining a balanced budgetary position, development and reporting of the Cost Efficiency Programme and thefinancial modelling of service developments with the support of Finance Business Partners.
Main duties of the job
o Assist the Finance Business Partner in preparing monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analysiso Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and strategic decision-makingo Collaborate with operational teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and business planso Assist in the monitoring and reporting of financial performance against planso Support the development of business cases, including financial modelling and cost-benefit analysiso Participate in month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial informationo Maintain and improve financial models, tools, and templates for performance tracking and reportingo Build strong working relationships with operational managers to understand business drivers and challengeo Support the identification of risks and opportunities within the financial planso Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and internal controlso Assist with the preparation of the year-end company accounts and provide appropriate working papers
About us
QE Facilities (QEF) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNT), based in the North East of England.
We provide a range of non- clinical services to GHNT and other NHS organisations. Our services include: estates, facilities services, procurement, medical engineering and devices, endoscopy decontamination and sterile services, transport, out-patient pharmacy, and prevention & management of violence & aggression training (PMVA).
In addition we provide consultancy services, advising clients on all aspects of establishing a subsidiary company within an NHS body to the provision of VAT compliance advice.
QE Facilities work to their own Terms and Conditions and these are not the same as Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Terms and Conditions. This is not an Agenda for Change Pay Rate.
We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.
Job description Job responsibilities
Assist the Finance Business Partner in preparing monthly management accounts, forecasts, and variance analysis Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making Collaborate with operational teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and business plans Assist in the monitoring and reporting of financial performance against plans Support the development of business cases, including financial modelling and cost-benefit analysis Participate in month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial information Maintain and improve financial models, tools, and templates for performance tracking and reporting Build strong working relationships with operational managers to understand business drivers and challenge Support the identification of risks and opportunities within the financial plans Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and internal controls Assist with the preparation of the year-end company accounts and provide appropriate working papers
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Part qualified accountant / equivalent
Desirable
Relevant degree in finance, accounting, or business
Experience Essential
Experience working in a finance environment Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Desirable
Experience working with non-finance stakeholders
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Good knowledge of excel and financial systems Strong Analytical and problem - solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality output Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Awareness of Company development and associated financial changes
Desirable
Knowledge of the NHS financial regime and the challenges that this entails Awareness of Healthcare related issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name QE Facilities
Address Spire House
Spire road
Washington
NE37 3ES
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.qefacilities.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)