Financial Accounting Officer

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Fixed Term for 12 months
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Financial Accounting Officer to temporarily join NHS Tayside Financial Services, based in Dundee. This post is based in MacKenzie Building, Ninewells Campus, Dundee.

The Financial Accounting function within Financial Services is primarily responsible for ensuring that an effective Financial Ledger service is provided for NHS Tayside. This involves efficient, accurate and timely preparation and processing of computer input journal entries and working papers in order to meet all month end and annual reporting deadlines.

We are looking for an individual with accounting knowledge, good analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, to come and join our team to provide a comprehensive financial accounting service.

Informal Enquiries To
Katherine Litterick, Financial Accountant, telephone or email

Hours of work are: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Current NHS Tayside Employee\’s – Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.
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