University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Finance Assistant – Cash Apprentice
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Job Description: Finance Assistant
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with them in the role of Finance Assistant.
In this hands-on position, you will support Operational Finance across multiple key areas, including:
- Cash transaction processing
- Invoice query resolution for the Accounts Payable (AP) team
- Assistance with monthly and yearly financial reports
- Supporting the Control Accounts for the Operational Finance team
This role reports to the Senior Financial Accountant, offering close collaboration with the Deputy Chief Cashier while being an integral member of the broader financial accounting team. You will engage with:
- Operational finance teams
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Treasury
To ensure smooth day-to-day operations, this position requires onsite working.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Processing
- Raise Sales Invoices and Requisitions for external customers and suppliers.
- Process cash transactions, ensuring efficient and timely entry into the finance system.
Administrative & Operational Support
- Maintain records for:
- Collection of patients' valubles
- Handling of patient money and returns
- Perform data manipulation and analysis using:
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (including Formulas and Pivot Tables)
- Create and maintain Control Accounts for the Operational Finance team.
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Working Schedule
- Onsite role at Southampton General Hospital
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Expectation to attend wards on a daily basis.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential Criteria
- Capable of, or currently working towards, an AAT Level 3 apprenticeship.
- Previous experience in clerical, finance, or customer service roles.
- A/AS-levels equivalent to GCSEs (grades 9-5; A-C)* in:
- Mathematics
- English
- Practical knowledge of finance procedures:
- Petty cash systems
- Accounting systems
- VAT
Desirable Criteria
- AAT Level 3 apprenticeship currently underway or completed.
Skills and Competencies
Essential Criteria
- Strong ability to learn and assimilate information quickly.
- Robust admin and clerical skills for efficient record management.
- Proficient advanced keyboard skills for data entry.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- High-level Numeracy skills for financial processes.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and multitask.
- Strong data entry and data analysis capabilities.
- Basic IT skills (proficient in Microsoft Office).
- Blend of logical thinking and organisational skills.
- Commitment to teamwork.
- Strong focus on time management.
- Ability to work under pressure.
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Our Working Environment & Values
Based on the south coast of England, we offer easy access to major transport links, including:
- International airport access
- Direct train routes to London
Learning and Development University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching trusts, offering a range of development avenues to support your career growth.
Flexible Work Support We are committed to flexibility for:
- Balancing work and family commitments
- Supporting study or wellbeing alongside your career
Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and innovation, making us a welcoming employer for all backgrounds and identities. We champion:
- Anti-racist and anti-discriminatory practices
- An inclusive, safe, and supportive team environment
- appliers are encouraged to highlight their unique skills and experiences—generic applications may be rejected.
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