Management Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant in Estates and Facilities Services. The service is looking for an energetic and a highly motivated individual with a strong desire for supporting vital infrastructure.

The key responsibilities will be to prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports specific to the service. Conduct variance analysis to monitor financial performance and identify trends. Assist in financial planning and decision-making processes with insightful reports and recommendations. Oversee financial transactions and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Collaborate with the Estates and Facilities team to optimize financial efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Support audits and financial reviews, providing necessary documentation and explanations

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our Estates and Facilities services. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement will be available. Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to excellence.

Ready to make a difference with your financial expertise? Apply now to become a vital part of our Estates and Facilities team at West London NHS Trust.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a high standard of management accounting services to the service lines whilst adhering to the Trust's Standard Financial Instructions (SFIs).

You are expected to assist the line manager with the core month-end tasks per the time table, to determine the financial performance of the service line. To carry out detailed variance analysis on monthly basis to evaluate the impact on the services line.

You will support the leads in managing the risks through the formation of financial recovery plans and an accurate forecast outturn. You will be expected to provide updates on the progress, the barriers and associated risks. Transparency and openness is paramount to ensure the service line delivers a balanced budget.

The delivery of budget management training will play a pivotal role in the sound understating of the budgetary management responsibilities amongst the clinicians, covering a wide range of tasks i.e. recruitment and on-line budget authorisations etc.

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.