About this role
Job summary
The Finance Business Officer is a finance professional within Velindre University NHS Trust. They will be responsible for supporting the Senior Finance Business Partner and Deputy Head of Finance Business Partnering in managing the Business Partnering Function for Research Development & Innovation within Velindre Cancer Services.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The key elements of this post will include support in the production of an accurate monthly budget holder report, annual out-turn forecast, ad hoc costing work and supporting and advising budget holders on all financial matters including investigating financial enquiries.
The postholder will also be required to provide support to other roles within the Trust wide finance team, as necessary.
About us
At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.
As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.
Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.
Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.
If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- AAT Qualified, part qualified CCAB or equivalent demonstable experience
- Clear understanding of NHS accounting and reporting regime and financial management & control.
- Understanding and knowledge of income and expenditure processes, including invoicing cost recovery and debt management
- Experience of working at this level within NHS finance or a similarly complex organisation.
- Ability to interpret financial information and explain it clearly to non-finance staff
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Problem solving skills with the ability to identify financial risks and propose solutions
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS Finance structures and funding arrangements
- Knowledge of NHS financial governance frameworks and procedures
- Knowledge of NHS Wales Research and Development policies and processes
- Able to speak Welsh - Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of working in a finance environment providing support and advice
- Experience of preparing financial reports and analysing data
- Experience of maintaining financial records and reconciliations
- Experience of collaborating with multiple stakeholders and responding to financial queries
- Experience of using finance systems and Excel
- Experience of managing competing priorities and working to deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of working in management accounts/business partnering
- Experience of working within an NHS or public sector finance function
- Experience of working with research teams/environment
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Velindre University NHS Trust
Address
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Whitchurch
CF14 2TL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://velindre.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)