Management Accounts Assistant
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Management Accounts Assistant
This is a key role within the Community Services team and operates within a wider management accounting function supporting the delivery of high quality financial information and reporting. You will work closely with the Management Accountants and Finance Business Partner ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, maintaining stakeholder relationships, preparing monthly management accounts, assisting with the annual budget and audit process, and ensuring timely submission of all management and regulatory reporting. Hybrid working is currently available for this role. Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Job summary
We are looking to recruit into the role of Management Accounts Assistant. This is a key role within the Community Services team and operates within a wider management accounting function supporting the delivery of high quality financial information and reporting.
You will work closely with the Management Accountants and Finance Business Partner ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, maintaining stakeholder relationships, preparing monthly management accounts, assisting with the annual budget and audit process, and ensuring timely submission of all management and regulatory reporting.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers and people and who thrives in a role where attention to detail and strong communication and organisation skills really make a difference.
Hybrid working is currently available for this role.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
- Working within a team of Management Accountants and Assistants to provide robust monthly management accounting and reporting processes
- Assist in the preparation and provision of financial advice and support to Trust budget managers and their staff
- To provide timely, accurate and relevant financial advice, support and information to budget managers, including support to the Assistant/Management Accountant to service the needs of Operational Directors (ODs), Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and the Chief Executive (CEO)
- To ensure that appropriate financial controls are in place and maintained to deliver the financial duties and objectives of the Trust
About us
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Details
Date posted 07 May 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 4
Salary £28,392 to £31,157 a year p.a
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 152-S011.26
Job locations Trust HQ 2 Nuffield Industrial Estate Poole BH21 0RB
Job description
Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- Accounting Technician (AAT) qualification/NVQ Level 4 or proven demonstrable equivalent experience
- Effective written communication and interpersonal skills to people at all levels within the organisation
Job specific experience
Essential
- Experience in a financial environment and detailed understanding of accounting procedures
Information Technology
Essential
- Proficient in the use of all Microsoft software, with advanced skills in Excel
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines whilst producing accurate results
Employer details
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Address Trust HQ 2 Nuffield Industrial Estate Poole BH21 0RB
Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Finance Business Partner
Lee Roberts
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Details
Date posted 07 May 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 4
Salary £28,392 to £31,157 a year p.a
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 152-S011.26
Job locations Trust HQ 2 Nuffield Industrial Estate Poole BH21 0RB
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