Employer: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £47,810 – £54,710 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Closing Date: 07 October 2025
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust for a Senior Management Accountant. This role is ideal for a finance professional who wants to use their skills to make a difference to healthcare services.
As part of the Management Accounts Team, the postholder will provide high-quality accounting and financial advice to a Care Group covering a significant number of clinical service areas. The role is both rewarding and challenging, requiring financial and analytical expertise along with strong communication and organisational skills.
Applicants should be qualified Accountants (or training towards qualification), with demonstrable management accounting experience. Knowledge of the NHS would be an advantage.
The department offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
For informal discussions, contact:
Andrew Shipsey – andrew.shipsey@nhs.net
Steven Cavendish – steven.cavendish@nhs.net
Note: Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, and those with ‘Priority’ or ‘At Risk’ status, including NHS staff in Devon with recent relevant experience.
Main Duties of the Job
The Senior Management Accountant will provide lead accounting expertise and financial analysis to Care Groups and Operational Teams.
Responsibilities include:
Delivering high-quality management accounting services to Operational Managers, Clinical Directors, Budget Holders, and Support Managers.
Leading management accounting reporting for the Care Group to the Finance Business Partner.
Ensuring monthly reports and forecasts are accurate and timely.
Applying best practices for accurate financial performance reporting.
Using persuasion and negotiation to influence cost-effective decision-making.
Leading the budget setting process for Service Lines.
Providing financial input into complex business cases.
Analysing variances, benchmarking, and reconciling service income.
Supporting the development and monitoring of Financial Improvement Plans.
Training Service Line Management Teams in financial management and developing financial awareness.
Note: The job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed in light of changing circumstances.
About University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust provides acute healthcare across Plymouth, South West Devon, and South East Cornwall. It is the largest teaching hospital in the South West and supports staff development in a progressive environment.
Services include:
Emergency and Acute Assessment Units
General Medical and Surgical Services
Cancer Care
Orthopaedics
Paediatrics
Dentistry
ENT
Neurosciences
Renal Services
The Trust delivers care to around 450,000 people across Plymouth, North and East Cornwall, and South and West Devon.
Joining the Trust means being part of a team committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and outstanding patient care.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential:
Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of financial management, accounting procedures, legislation, and finance policies.
Evidence of CPD, specialist training, and up-to-date knowledge of national accounting standards.
Awareness of national directives and governance.
Desirable:
Experience in management accounting.
Knowledge of NHS finance regime and tariff arrangements.
Qualifications
Essential:
A levels and 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) including Maths and English.
Fully qualified Accountant, studying towards qualification, or equivalent experience.
Commitment to CPD in line with relevant Institute requirements.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications are welcome from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship. Criminal record certificates may be required for applicants and adult dependants with overseas residency.
Work-Life Balance: The Trust supports flexible working and encourages applicants to discuss options prior to application.
Diversity: Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Important: All communication will be electronic – please check your email regularly. If you have not heard within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume you have not been shortlisted.
How to Apply
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