Assistant Financial Accountant

This 12-month fixed-term role offers the opportunity to expand financial accounting knowledge while managing day-to-day financial accounting services, enhancing finance processes and ensuring audit readiness.

The Assistant Financial Accountant supports the Senior Financial Accountant with providing accurate and timely financial accounting support across the Trust's core financial services. The postholder will manage day-to-day financial accounting activities, contribute to the production of the Annual Report and Accounts, and support the wider Financial Services team during year-end and Audit.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Qualifications

Essential: - University Degree qualification or equivalent

Desirable: - AAT or equivalent qualified; - Up to date knowledge of NHS developments

Experience

Essential: - A good understanding of Financial Accounts

Desirable: - Experience of working within an NHS Finance Department; - Able to deal with complicated financial calculations.