NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
Senior Finance Officer
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Senior Finance Officer
Senior Finance Officer
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the NWSSP Finance Team in the role of Senior Finance Officer based in Nantgarw HQ with flexible working. This role will provide a wide range of experience in financial management across NWSSP.
Ideal candidates should be hard-working, committed individuals with:
- Financial experience and a sharp eye for detail
- Strong team-working ability
- Commitment to meeting strict deadlines
While speaking Welsh is desirable, Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Reporting
- Responsible for raising invoices for NWSSP and liaising with external and NHS agencies
- Maintains records for invoicing, ensuring accurate tracking of income
- Actions journals and expenditure correctly according to agreed procedures (e.g., cost-centre allocation)
- Performs delegated monthly financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and adjustment of budgets/income
Financial Analysis & System Management
- Produces and maintains financial trend information, presenting data clearly for stakeholders
- Tracks and reports on monthly resource usage, using tools like graphs and pivot tables for diverse requirements
- Develops expertise in financial systems, including Oracle, Qlikview, and other tools, to:
- Enhance financial coding
- Identify and resolve errors
Communication & Personnel Support
- Provides financial information to managers and team members, addressing routine and ad hoc queries
- Works closely with stakeholders to explain financial data and processes
- Applies financial procedures with minimal direct supervision, taking initiative where appropriate
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Budgeting & Forecasting
- Contributes to draft costed establishments and budget proposals
- Conducts ad hoc costing, forecasting, and variance analysis to support the financial management team
About Working for NWSSP
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP), we uphold values of:
- Listening & Learning
- Working Together
- Taking Responsibility
- Innovating
Our commitment focuses on:
- Agile, flexible work practices with opportunities for remote and field-based work
- Learning culture & continuous improvement
- Diversity & inclusion, prioritising wellbeing and belonging
- Exceptional customer service for both internal and external stakeholders
For full details on benefits, application guidance, and more, visit: Working for NWSSP
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria: Qualifications equivalent to:
- AAT Technician or NVQ Level 4
- OR a degree qualification
- OR at least three A-Levels (grades A-C)
Experience
Essential criteria:
- Broad knowledge of financial and accounting procedures Desirable criteria:
- Experience with NHS finance policies and legislation
- Strong relationship-building and customer service skills to engage with specialist teams
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Personal Attributes & Skills
| Category | Key Requirements |
|---|---|
| Analytical Skills | Expertise in data interpretation, comparison, and decision-making |
| IT Literacy | Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel skills |
| Teamwork & Independence | Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively, managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines |
| Communication & Leadership | Strong presentation, negotiation and facilitation skills; ability to work in fluid environments |
| ** initiative & Judgement** | Sound decision-making, effective in dynamic environments, showing high motivation and enthusiasm |
Additional Notes for Applicants
- Desirable: Welsh language skills
- Supporting job descriptions are available via the attachable/published documents (e.g., JDPS, talent screens, privacy notices)
- Contact for further informal enquiries: Dana Purnell, Assistant Finance Business Partner Email: Dana.Purnell2@wales.nhs.uk
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