Job summary
- Main area
- Finance
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 028-AC086-0425
- Employer
- Public Health Wales NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Public Health Wales
- Town
- Cardiff
- Salary
- £26,928 - £29,551 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/04/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 29/04/2025
Employer heading

Finance Assistant
Band 4
Welcome to Public Health Wales, the national public health organisation for Wales
Our vision is Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales
To find out more visit Public Health Wales and watch this video about our Strategic Plan
Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. To support our all Wales service, we particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Job overview
We have a number of exciting opportunities to join our Finance and Performance Division of the Operations and Finance Directorate. Our team is committed to living the values of Public Health Wales and proud of the work that we do.
If you are enthusiastic about a future in finance and performance then one of these exciting roles could be for you. We would welcome a call to discuss any queries you may have and can arrange for a visit to meet the team if it would help with your decision on applying.
The current opportunities on offer that you will see on our careers page are:
Finance Assistant
We strive to deliver work to an exceptionally high standard and draw on best practice and innovation. We are seeking to create a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy culture where our team are supported to develop and thrive. We are committed to creating and nurturing a positive, flexible and sustainable work environment.
This role encompasses Agile Working, with the office base being Capital Quarter 2 in Cardiff. There may also be a need to travel to other Public Health Wales sites on occasions.
Main duties of the job
If successful you will be responsible for the preparation of accurate monthly financial management reports in accordance with the reporting timetable.
Supporting the development and continuous improvement of the work of financial management team, through the review and streamlining of current processes and providing a range of financial management support and advice as required.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to expand their skills and knowledge to further develop a career within Finance. We actively support personal and professional development and will work with the successful candidate to produce a personal development plan.
Working for our organisation
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Minimum 5 GCSE's (inc Maths)
- AAT / NVQ Lvl 4 / Higher National Cert / NEBS Lvl 3 / Willing to study AAT
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience working in financial environment
Desirable criteria
- Experience working in the NHS
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential criteria
- Accomplished Excel skills
- Numerate & IT literate
- Good written & verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under own initative
- Methodical & organised approach to work
Desirable criteria
- Ability to use MS Word & Access
- Familiar with Oracle finacial system
- Awareness of NHS Financial issues
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Andrew Davies
- Job title
- Senior Finance Partner
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Kelly Gibbons
Senior Finance Partner
Amanda Bishop
Senior Finance Partner
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