Financial Accountant

Interim Financial Accountant (Band 7) - NHS

Location: Cambridgeshire

Hybrid: Minimum 2 days in the office per week
Contract Type: Interim - 6 months (December start)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Cedar is recruiting on behalf of our client for an Interim Financial Accountant to lead the Financial Accounts and Income team during a crucial period. This role will ensure the integrity of the balance sheet, oversee payroll and payments, and support the year-end accounts and audit process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Financial Accounts and Income team, including oversight of outsourced financial services to NHS SBS.
• Ensure monthly financial close, board reporting, NHSE submissions, and year-end accounts are completed accurately.
• Resolve payroll issues and manage debt collection resulting from salary overpayments.
• Support the financial planning of the balance sheet and cash flow.
• Provide technical advice on VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
• Deliver budget holder training in areas such as cash management, debtors, and capital expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with statutory returns, including charity accounting and VAT.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience in NHS finance, including balance sheet management and statutory reporting.
• Strong technical knowledge of VAT, capital, and lease accounting.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, particularly with payroll and financial reconciliations.