Senior Finance Officer - Systems in Pontypridd

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Accounting & Systems team within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board's finance team. This is a key post within the Systems Team, which will support the further development and progression of the successful candidate. The role will require a desire to constantly review and improve the processes and systems that support the reporting of financial information to all our stakeholders.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate who is confident and has an aptitude to become a finance professional.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be responsible for all appropriate system maintenance, administration, and security access tasks necessary for the proper operation of Oracle Financial Management System and Qlik SENSE Reporting System.
• Ensure users' requirements are met in the operation of Oracle/Qlik (e.g. Chart of Accounts changes, reporting hierarchies, resolution of problems etc).
• Assist the Finance Manager – Systems and Finance Systems Specialist in developing Oracle, Qlik and automation to meet the needs of users, and to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of ledger and reporting processes.
• This includes tasks in relation to system upgrades or re‑implementation and standardisation of processes as required within the Common Operating Model.
• Undertake systems testing following any patches or upgrade as required by the Oracle Central Team.
• Provide back‑up support for the work of the Finance Systems Specialist on all aspects of that post and deputise for the Finance Manager – Systems as required, appropriate to the banding.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.

We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy – Our Health, Our Future – focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team‑oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

The full job description and person specification are available in the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Good knowledge of financial and reporting systems.
• AAT qualified or studying for CCAB qualification (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Excellent Microsoft Excel knowledge and use, and good knowledge/use of other Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word).
• Graduate.
• Good knowledge of financial control and governance processes.
• Knowledge of the NHS and its structure.
• Visual Basic (VBA) experience.
• Working knowledge of Oracle, Qlik & Apex.

Experience

• Experience of working in a finance setting.
• Experience of NHS financial systems and processes.
• Experience of working in a large complex organisation.
• Experience in the application of financial controls and communicating those to the wider organisation.

Personal Qualities

• Take a helpful and sharing approach to meet customer needs in order to develop their understanding and use of systems and controls.
• Demonstrate a high standard of conduct, integrity and probity.
• Good communicator.
• Demonstrate a resilient attitude to work pressures.
• Adopt a "can do" approach whilst maintaining system and personal integrity.

Circumstances

• Mobile within the Health Board and to be able to attend meetings outside the Health Board.
• Able to work hours flexibly, bearing in mind service needs.
• Must be able to work unsocial hours where necessary, e.g., during systems testing.

Aptitude and Abilities Skills

• Be able to demonstrate a customer focus to meet user needs.
• Good communication skills, both orally and in writing, and be able to adapt communication style depending on the recipient.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Good planning and organisation skills.
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B1) are desirable for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.