Corporate Accountant

An opportunity has arisen within the CHoICE Finance team to take responsibility for the planning and reporting of the companys financial position, reporting to the Financial Controller.

The role will take responsibility for collating the annual budget, on going development of the companys financial reporting and the collation of the statutory accounts with the support of the Financial Controller. This is an excellent opportunity for a finalist or near finalist who may have experience of working within different areas of finance including but not limited financial services and/or financial management and would like use their experience gained to manage the delivery of financial reporting at a corporate level.

The ideal candidate will be able to set clear and concise personal objectives as well as be able to set and monitoring objectives for the team.

Good communications skills are essential, with the ability to present complex information to operational teams.

We offer a supportive learning environment and encourage staff to build their skills through work-related courses and internet based learning. Being part of a wholly owned subsidiary of an NHS Trust, CHoICE finance staff also have access to the NHS regional Skills and Development Network which offers a range of learning opportunities., Reporting to the Financial Controller this role will provide leadership to the CHoICE Finance team, leading and developing the financial management and reporting of the company.

The role is responsible for the collation of the company's annual revenue and capital budget as well as the preparation of the monthly finance report to the Board of Directors., Supporting the governance of the company is a key objective of the role this will include ensuring policies and procedures are maintained and complied with, statutory returns are completed in line with required timescales and the statutory accounts are prepared with the support of the Financial Controller.

The role involves the use of multiple computer systems so excellent I.T skills are an essential requirement.

The Finance team work Monday to Friday between the hours of 09:00 and 17:00 and flexible working opportunities are available.The post will predominately be based at South Tyneside District Hospital however travel to other sites may be required.

You will have a minimum of three years experience working in a Finance environment within a large or complex organisation and be confident in the use of spreadsheets, word processing and other computer applications. A sound understanding of tax legislation associated with limited company accounting is desirable, as is an understanding of finance in both the commercial sector and within public bodies.

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.