Finance Manager - Capital ESTH in Epsom

The Finance Manager - Capital will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day management and delivery of the Capital Accounting function across the GESH Hospital Group, with a particular focus on the Epsom site. The post holder will work closely with the Group Senior Finance Manager - Capital to ensure the accurate recording, monitoring and reporting of capital expenditure, fixed assets, leases and assets under construction, in line with IFRS, NHS financial guidance and GESH Standing Financial Instructions.

The role will provide financial analysis, advice and support to project managers, divisional leads and budget holders to support delivery of the capital programme, ensuring robust financial governance, control and value for money. The post holder will also support monthly capital monitoring, statutory accounts, external financial returns, audit schedules, fixed asset reporting and IFRS 16 lease accounting.

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling the fixed asset register, supporting capital forecasting and reporting, preparing working papers and balance sheet reconciliations, and contributing to continuous improvement of systems, processes and reporting within the Capital Accounting function. The role also includes line management and development of Capital Accountants and other team members, providing technical guidance, supervision and support to ensure high-quality outputs are delivered within agreed deadlines.

Main duties of the job

• Support the Senior Finance Manager - Capital in the effective delivery of GESH's capital accounting and reporting function, ensuring compliance with IFRS, NHS guidance, and GESH's Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs).
• Manage the day-to-day financial administration of the capital programme, including monitoring, forecasting, and reporting of capital expenditure and financing.
• Prepare monthly capital monitoring reports, highlighting variances and risks, and provide clear explanations and recommendations to senior finance colleagues, divisional leads, and project managers.
• Coordinate the preparation of the annual capital programme and assist in the evaluation of capital bids, ensuring business cases are supported by accurate financial information and realistic assumptions.
• Work collaboratively with Estates, IT, Procurement, and operational teams to ensure the accurate accounting of capital projects, assets under construction (AUC), and project completions.
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register, ensuring timely recognition of additions, disposals, impairments, revaluations, and depreciation in line with IFRS and NHS requirements.
• Support the accurate application of IFRS 16 lease accounting, including maintaining asset and liability schedules, posting journals, and preparing reconciliations.

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At GESH we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Job responsibilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality in line with the Confidentiality: NHS Code of Practice, the Data Protection Act, and the Trust's policies.
• Comply with the Trust's Information Security Policy covering the use of all electronic systems, software, and data.
• Take reasonable care of your own health, safety, and welfare, and that of others.
• Promote equality and treat all patients, colleagues, and stakeholders with fairness, dignity, and respect, in accordance with Trust policy and legislation.
• Identify and report incidents, near misses, and risks.
• Adhere to the Trust's infection control policies, maintain good hand hygiene, and attend mandatory training to help reduce healthcare-associated infections.
• Be alert to and report any concerns about the safety or welfare of children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
• Place patients at the centre of your work, demonstrating compassion, respect, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in accordance with Trust policies and the NHS Records Management Code of Practice (2006).
• Uphold the values and duties set out in the NHS Constitution and, where applicable, the NHS Code of Conduct.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Part-qualified CCAB or CIMA accountant (or equivalent, Degree level) with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• AAT qualified with substantial post qualification experience in financial or capital accounting.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of financial and management accounting principles, including capital and fixed-asset accounting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS, capital accounting standards, and NHS financial frameworks.
• Understanding of governance, control, and audit requirements within a large organisation.

Training & Experience

• Proven experience in financial or capital accounting within a large or complex organisation.
• Experience in preparing, reconciling, and reporting financial information accurately and to deadlines.
• Experience of computerised financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience of supervising or supporting junior staff.

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.