Management Accountant

We are currently looking for a Management Accountant to join the Finance Team. The post would suit someone looking to progress within accounting as the team is small and there are opportunities to learn new skills whilst supporting the operational staff within the hospital. The successful candidate will support the budget setting and budget management meetings, the month end and year end process and look for and recommend efficiency savings. The post reports directly to the Deputy Head of Finance and will be expected to work closely with the Financial Accountant and provide guidance to junior members of staff. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate good communication skills, an awareness of commercial accounting balanced with the ability to work in a complex NHS environment.

We are looking for candidates who have made progress with an accounting qualification (AAT or in professional accounting) or have a number of years' experience within an accounts department. NHS experience is desirable but not necessary as full training will be given.,

• Excellent communication skills, including explaining financial concepts to non-financial staff;
• Advanced IT and Excel skills, including analysis of large amounts of data;
• Ability to work to tight deadlines; and the
• Ability to work independently, identifying priorities and adapting flexibly to manage these.
  
  Sulis hospital is a leading private hospital in the area and is wholly owned by the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. As well as private clients, Sulis is also seeing increasing numbers of NHS patients and is growing fast, with ambitious initiatives underway to establish a new NHS diagnostics and orthopaedics facilities in the first quarter of 2025., An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.
We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.

Full time 37.5 hours - 2-3 days a week on site., Our employees benefit from a competitive salary and access to a wide range of benefits:
• Private pension plan.
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service.
• Non-contributory life assurance.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Learning and development opportunities with a dedicated resource.
• Health Cash Plan with access to a wide range of treatments.
• Employee recognition programme.
• Employee assistance programme - Wellbeing Hub.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Free on-site parking.
And much more. Sulis Hospital is committed to a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities.