Assistant Management Accountant

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, innovative, and energetic individual to join Argyll and Bute HSCP as an Assistant Management Accountant. You will collaborate closely with the Management Accountant to support financial management services across diverse areas such as primary care health services, prescribing, and lead nursing services.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

You will assist with various financial activities including monthly financial reporting, costing exercises, analysis, and budget preparation. The role involves working alongside the senior Finance team and Management Accountant, contributing to delivering a high-quality management accounting function.

Work Environment and Collaboration

This role offers the chance to work with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a positive impact, gaining insight into the operations of a complex organization, adding value to vital health services, and developing transferable skills.

Candidate Profile and Essential Attributes

This position is especially suited for recent or new graduates possessing an HNC, HND, or Degree, or those with comparable relevant professional experience. Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical capabilities
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency with IT systems, specifically Microsoft 365
• A collaborative team-oriented approach
• Well-developed planning, organizational, and time management skills

Training and Development

Successful candidates will have access to training and support aimed at achieving a recognized accountancy qualification.

Additional Requirements

• The role requires occasional travel between various work locations within Argyll and Bute; hence, a full driving license is mandatory.
• The position is based in Helensburgh and offers a hybrid working model, allowing two office days per week with remote work on other days.
• Interviews are scheduled for August 13.

Important Notices

• This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visas; sponsorship is not available.
• NHS Scotland endorses equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sectors of society to cultivate a respectful and inclusive work atmosphere.
• Applicants must ensure their application reflects their current residence accurately and should not submit CVs as they are not used for shortlisting.
• Gaelic speakers are encouraged to apply.
• Applications must be submitted via the official application platform by the stated deadline (midnight).
• Email will be the primary correspondence medium; applicants should monitor their inbox and spam folders.
• Support is available for application submission issues through the Candidate Support Hub.
• Recommended browsers for application submissions are Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.
• Once submitted, applications cannot be amended.
• Some vacancies may be restricted to internal candidates; current NHS Highland staff should update their profiles accordingly.

About NHS Highland

NHS Highland is the largest regional board in NHS Scotland, encompassing 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. Employing over 10,700 people, it is a major local employer and contributor to the regional economy. The workforce is highly valued, with organizational values and behaviors fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.