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All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English

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Job overview

An exciting  opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Head of Financial Accounting to lead a team to provide professional leadership to the financial accounting function, to help deliver the statutory financial reporting and ensure financial governance and control across the Trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced candidate, who is looking to progress their career as part of a supportive and highly driven team. Hybrid working , home or remote working; 37.5 hours per week (agile working from both office and home) . Location to be confirmed at interview.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Head of Financial Accounting will support the Head of Financial Accounting to provide professional leadership to the financial accounting function, to help deliver the statutory financial reporting and ensure financial governance and control across the Trust.

To provide a robust financial control environment in support of the Director of Finance’s key statutory responsibilities in this area.

To lead operational balance sheet and working capital planning, forecasting and management, ensuring that appropriate systems and reporting are in place to operate effectively as an NHS Trust.

To support the development of the Trust’s Medium/ Long Term Financial Strategy and annual planning process.

The post holder will be expected to use high level leadership, technical, analytical, presentational, inter personal and negotiating skills and develop effective working relationships with a range of internal and external colleagues.

Working for our organisation

#RemarkablePeople

Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a
day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide
high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.

The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to
create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from BME communities and disability groups.

Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever
your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.

All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in
English.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications have
been received.

The Trust actively seeks to recruit and appoint people currently under represented in the workforce. This includes women, people with disabilities, LGBT, and those from minority ethnic groups. All staff are encouraged and supported to learn Welsh. Please be sure to provide full contact details for all referees, including email addresses where possible. Failure to do so may result in significant delays in your application.

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