Assistant Accountant

Job Description

Assistant Accountant

Clifton Park Hospital - York

Full Time - 37.5 Hours

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified financially astute individual seeking to advance their career within a finance and business administration environment.

Reporting to the Head of Finance the successful candidate will be a self-starter with a positive attitude strong communication skills and proven proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel. A sharp eye for detail and accuracy is essential along with the ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Youll be part of a small dynamic team within a busy hospital setting where your contributions will have a meaningful impact.

Were looking for someone with the drive and ambition to grow into a Head of Finance role in the future.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports

• Support budgeting forecasting and variance analysis

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with reconciliations

• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers regarding financial queries

• Contribute to process improvements and support audit preparation

• Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance and wider team

Technical Skills & Application

• Part-qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA CIMA) or equivalent experience

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Effective time management and organisational skills

• A self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude

• Ambition to grow into a senior finance role

Benefits:

• 25 Days Leave Bank Holidays

• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period

• Flexible shift patterns available where possible

• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies

• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants

• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary

• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy

• Free Parking on site

• Subsidised staff restaurant

• Concerts for Carers

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle2Work scheme available in partnership with Halfords

• The Blue Light Card Scheme

Why Join Us
Clifton Park Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK a leading provider of independent healthcare. Youll be joining a supportive team in a hospital known for its clinical excellence and commitment to patient care.

About us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive can do attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people staff and doctors are Ramsay Health Cares most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our Speak Up for Safety programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more Time to Care.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care.

Its more than what we do its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And its a belief thats as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We care.

Its more than what we do its who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And its a belief thats as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UKs Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MODs Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.