Finance Manager / Capital Accountant in Cardiff

Are you a qualified finance professional looking to play a key role in shaping capital investment in a national organisation? We are seeking a Finance Manager (Capital) to lead and develop our capital accounting function and support the delivery of our Capital Programme. The postholder will provide expert financial advice, ensure robust governance and compliance with NHS Wales and Welsh Government requirements, and play a vital part in supporting strategic investment decisions.

Main duties of the job:

• Lead and manage the Trust's capital accounting function, including capital expenditure, reporting, and capital charges.
• Maintain and develop the Fixed Asset Register and capital accounting systems.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards, NHS Wales Manual for Accounts, and Welsh Government guidance.
• Support the preparation of the Trust's Annual Accounts, including capital notes and audit requirements.
• Provide financial input into business cases and capital plans.
• Monitor capital spend against the Capital Resource Limit.
• Act as the key contact for internal and external audit on capital matters.
• Lead on VAT treatment relating to capital schemes.
• Line manage staff and support their development.
• Represent the organisation at internal and all-Wales finance forums.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Appropriate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent qualification or level of knowledge and skills (e.g. Accounting, Finance, or Business).
• CCAB / CIMA Qualified & Member of Professional body.
• Up to date on Latest Accounting Standards and recommendations.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Experience:

• Significant experience working in a finance department.
• Experience of using Oracle Financials and iProcurement system (or similar).
• Advanced specialised knowledge and experience of financial management and business planning.
• Awareness of audit requirements.
• Recruitment, management, supervision, setting workload, appraising and development of staff.
• Experience of annual accounts and financial accounting processes.
• Experience of writing reports on technical finance issues which can be understood by non-system or non-finance people.
• Experience of leading project groups and/or representing the organisation in meetings.
• In depth understanding of NHS Financial Controls.
• Experience of implementing financial controls and communicating those to the wider organisation.

Skills and Attributes:

• Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
• Strong numeracy skills, with the ability to interpret and present financial data accurately.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work independently, using initiative to solve problems and manage tasks effectively.
• Ability to analyse areas of work to identify areas which would benefit from continuous improvement.
• Exercise excellent negotiating skills.
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role.
• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn.
• Advanced O365 and Business Intelligence software experience.

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.