Principal Financial Accountant | Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust
The role will be an integral part of the Finance Team providing support to the Head of Financial Reporting & Control and providing a reliable and responsive financial accounting service to ensure the provision of high‑quality financial advice and information to Senior Managers, Committees, and other stakeholders.
The post holder will ensure the integrity and accuracy of all income, capital expenditure and balance sheet transactions recorded in the Trust's General Ledger and adherence to the requirements of the Trust's Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions & Scheme of Delegation.
The role will facilitate production of timely and relevant information for the completion of monitoring reports to the Board, Integrated Care Board (ICB) and NHS England (NHSE) including capital reporting. Prepare and complete statutory accounts in line with
Department of Health & Social Care, interpreting these when necessary, ensuring local and national timetables are met.
Capital Accounting including Asset Management
Contract Income
Treasury Management
Decisions & Judgements
Communication & Relationships
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.
This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Principal Financial Accountant | Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust in Chesterfield employer: DCHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and compassionate work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working options, and a generous benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave and a robust NHS pension scheme, we prioritise the well-being and growth of our team members. Join us in making a positive difference in people's lives while being part of a CQC rated 'GOOD' organisation that values innovation and teamwork.
