Assistant Management Accountant in Dorchester

To support the Management Accounts team to deliver an effective and efficient financial management service across the Trust. To deliver an effective and competent level of clerical support which promotes good customer service and effective working relationships. Work is supervised by the Finance Business Partner.

Main duties of the job:

• To provide support for the preparation, review, analysis and monitoring of budget reports in accordance with the monthly financial reporting timetable.
• To calculate and enter accrual and prepayment transactions in the general ledger as required under the supervision of the Finance Business Partner.
• To assist in the preparation of returns to external bodies as required for review by the senior Management Accounts team.
• To assist in the production of accurate ad hoc reports under the guidance of the Finance Business Partner.
• To assist in the preparation of the annual budget and forecasts for the assigned Divisions/Directorates under the guidance of the Finance Business Partner, ensuring accurate working papers are maintained.
• To ensure all departmental procedure notes are kept up to date.
• Coordinate, prepare and input into the ledger system actual and budget journals to ensure planned and actual expenditure is recorded under appropriate account and cost centre codes.
• To prepare and upload expenditure and budget journals and ensure journal logs are complete, journals are authorised and include appropriate supporting information.
• To monitor funded establishments and co-ordinate the authorisation of recruitment request and change forms.
• To undertake any ad hoc or other duties that may be reasonably required.

About Us:

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Details:

• Date posted: 05 February 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 3
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 405-26-AC071AMA
• Job locations: Vespasian House, Dorchester, DT1 1RP

Job responsibilities: Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we look for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care.

Essential Qualifications/Knowledge:

• Relevant Maths, ICT and English qualification GCSE level or equivalent literacy
• Actively studying towards AAT intermediate level NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Skills/Competencies:

• Highly developed keyboard skills with a high degree of accuracy
• Good communication (written and verbal) and listening skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise own workload and work in a changing environment
• Ability to motivate yourself and meet deadlines particularly when working from home
• Able to progress issues using knowledge gained and initiative
• Able to deal sensitively and responsibly with confidential information
• Able to influence, negotiate and communicate in difficult situations to overcome potential barriers

Experience:

• Competent user of MS Office (Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Experience of providing a service to wider organisation or customers

Desirable:

• NHS finance experience
• Knowledge of VAT legislation as applicable to the NHS
• Experience using a financial system in a large organisation

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details:

Employer name: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Vespasian House, Dorchester, DT1 1RP

Employer's website: Dorset County Hospital