About this role
Job summary
Help in the process of monthly financial information, the reconciliation of the General Ledger to feeder systems, and the investigation of financial queries from service managers.
Provide a comprehensive clerical and administrative support service.
Work on their own initiative and be responsible for organising meetings for staff within the department and preparing papers as required, liaising with other Health Board Staff and external organisations.
Be able to communicate, and demonstrate excellent communication skills and have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Main duties of the job
A vacancy has arisen for a Management Accountancy Assistant based in the Finance Department located at Bronllys Hospital.
This position will support the Management Accounts team. The key elements of the post are to support the production of accurate monthly financial information, to complete and input journals and to produce financial reconciliations.
Consideration will be given to part time applicants that meet the criteria (Minimum 20 hours).
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide a range of clerical and secretarial services as directed. Provide support and cross cover within the department.
Manage incoming correspondence, dealing with routine items and action reminders as instructed.
Track correspondence and monitor follow up actions to ensure their completion.
Organise meetings, including the booking of venues, equipment and co-ordinate attendance.
Other duties to include the use of the internet to retrieve information, photocopying, filing and the extraction of files and arranging hospitality for visitors and guests as required.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE including Maths & English at A-C
Desirable
- Studing for AAT qualification
Experience
Essential
- Financial knowledge
Technical Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Basic Principles of accountancy and financial management
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent oral and telephone skills
Desirable
- Ability to convey financial information to non financial managers
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
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Bronllys Hospital
Bronllys
Brecon
LD3 0LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)