Assistant Financial Accountant: AR & Balance Sheet Lead

Merseywestlancs; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in Knowsley is seeking a full-time Assistant Financial Accountant to manage the Accounts Receivable team. This position requires advanced Excel skills for data analysis and effective management of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 4 Diploma, supervisory experience, and the ability to negotiate on debt recovery. Join this committed healthcare team to enhance financial operations and contribute to patient care across the Trust's various services.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

27 days annual leave

NHS discounts

Employee of the month recognition

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting or equivalent experience.
• Supervisory experience in a finance role.
• Significant financial accounting experience.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present complex data.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the Accounts Receivable team.
• Provide monthly analysis and reconciliation of debts.
• Lead negotiations with customers on debt recovery.
• Prepare management reports to support decision-making.
• Assist in internal and external audits.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting

Tools

Oracle General Ledger System

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

A regional healthcare trust in Knowsley is seeking a full-time Assistant Financial Accountant to manage the Accounts Receivable team. This position requires advanced Excel skills for data analysis and effective management of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 4 Diploma, supervisory experience, and the ability to negotiate on debt recovery. Join this committed healthcare team to enhance financial operations and contribute to patient care across the Trust's various services.