This role supports the financial management of Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Services within the Integrated Care Board. Key duties include processing and validating invoices, journals, budget adjustments and other transactions; supporting month-end reporting and annual accounts; and providing financial information and advice to budget managers and stakeholders using Microsoft Office, Oracle, Broadcare and QA.
The postholder maintains accurate financial records, undertakes routine variance analysis and explains differences between actual and planned expenditure, ensuring compliance with organisational and accounting standards.
Working with the Senior Finance Manager, they monitor and report on the CHC budget, make timely payments to care providers, and respond to payment and refund queries from providers and patients.
The role also provides management accounting support to CHC commissioning and contracting teams by resolving financial issues, correcting budget and payment errors, and maintaining compliance with financial policies, governance requirements and statutory regulations.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining audit-ready working papers, supporting governance processes and completing finance administration. The postholder requires strong financial and analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, problem-solving ability, knowledge of NHS financial procedures and the ability to work independently.
We are looking for an individual educated to NVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject (or equivalent qualification ) with demonstrable experience of working in an administrative environment, where use of computerised systems was a regular requirement.
You should be a clear communicator with working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, and also have a demonstrable understanding of equality and diversity.
Benefits
- flexible hybrid working, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference to the health of our communities.
In return, you will join a supportive, forward-thinking team offering flexible hybrid working, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference to the health of our communities.
Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull Integrated Care Board (ICB) brings together the NHS, local councils and voluntary sector partners to support 2.7 million people. Our vision is to make the area the healthiest place to live and work by improving life chances and reducing inequalities.
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Finance Assistant (CHC, Mental Health & Learning Disabilities/Autism) in Wolverhampton employer: Black Country Integrated Care Board
The Black Country Integrated Care Board is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees. Located in Birmingham, this role offers unique opportunities for professional growth and development while making a meaningful impact on health outcomes in local communities. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and innovation, employees are empowered to lead initiatives that address health inequalities, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
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Black Country Integrated Care Board Recruitment Team
