System Accountant

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Finance team at Harrogate and District NHS FT for an experienced System Accountant.

This is a specialist post to support the strategic development and operational use of key financial systems.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record and extensive experience in NHS or equivalent experience in a large organisation with complex workforce systems with the ability to work flexibly under pressure to achieve the objectives of the post. Strong communication, IT, numeracy, management and interpersonal skills are essential as you will be working closely with various stakeholders and stakeholder engagement is key to the role.

We are Level 1 accredited One NHS Finance employer, working towards level 2.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity as we see this as a strength and part of our Trust’s mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities and duties of the role –

Line management and supervision of the Band 4 Finance Systems Officer.

Responsible for pro-actively driving forward the development and enhancements of Oracle eBS which includes  General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Procurement systems of the general ledger system, other associated systems and reporting functionality as required by the Trust, in conjunction with our supplier NEP Cloud.

To lead on the continual development of Financial Systems, to provide users with a modern, responsive system that provides the right information at the right time.

Responsible for providing expert advice and support to users of the Oracle Financial system, REACH Reporting System and Budgeting and Forecasting systems (EPM/ePBCS) and any other systems as required.

To assist with the provision of a robust and efficient reporting service according to strict timetables.

Responsible for the management of all financial systems including maintaining and developing system controls, reviewing processes and ensuring that associated procedures are fit for purpose.

Please refer to the job description for more duties

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information about this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification