Job Description
Capital & Financial Accountant
Band 8B | London | NHS
Location: Islington
Rate: £44.92 via Umbrella
Duration: 3 Months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified finance professional to join a leading NHS organisation as an Capital & Financial Accountant. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting one of the NHS's most significant capital programmes, ensuring robust financial management, reporting, and governance across capital projects and joint venture arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on Oriel capital and joint venture accounting, including loan accounting, balance sheet management and service concession accounting.
- Support the production of Annual Accounts, statutory returns and audit requirements.
- Manage and monitor capital expenditure against plan, providing detailed reporting and variance analysis.
- Maintain the fixed asset and lease registers relating to Oriel projects.
- Provide expert financial advice on capital business cases and investment decisions.
- Partner with project teams and non-finance stakeholders to support successful delivery of major capital programmes.
- Advise on NHS VAT matters and liaise with external VAT specialists.
About You
- CCAB qualified (or finalist) accountant with active CPD.
- Significant financial accounting and capital accounting experience.
- NHS finance experience, including statutory accounts production.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance audiences and influence senior stakeholders.
Capital and Financial Accountant in London employer: Venn Group
As a leading university in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that values collaboration and professional growth. Our Governance & Legal Services team is dedicated to service excellence, offering employees the chance to engage in meaningful work while benefiting from hybrid working options and continuous improvement initiatives. Join us to be part of a culture that prioritises accuracy, professionalism, and the development of your career in higher education.
