Reporting Accountant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxford, OX4 4XN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	20 Sept 2026

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Summary

As Reporting Accountant, you will play a pivotal role within the Trust's Financial Management Team, providing high-quality financial reporting, planning, costing and analytical support to senior finance colleagues. The role offers a broad and varied portfolio, providing exposure to key areas of NHS finance including regulatory reporting, financial planning, budgeting, costing, performance reporting and corporate decision-making. Working closely with the Finance Business Partner, Deputy Director of Finance and wider finance team, you will help ensure the Trust meets its statutory and regulatory reporting requirements while supporting the production of accurate and timely financial information that informs decision-making across the organisation. Main Responsibilities Financial Reporting You will take a lead role in the preparation and submission of the Trust's monthly national finance returns (PFR), ensuring regulatory deadlines are met and reporting is completed accurately. You will support the production of financial reports, performance dashboards and Board reports, providing clear analysis and commentary to support the Trust's financial governance arrangements. The post holder will be responsible for: Completion of monthly national finance returns (PFR) and supporting regulatory submissions. Producing financial analysis, reports, graphs and dashboards for senior management and Board reporting. Supporting Trust-wide Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) reporting and analysis. Producing temporary staffing reports and performance analysis. Maintaining reserves reporting and budget reconciliations. Supporting month-end processes, including completion of journals and review of reporting templates. Responding to financial information requests, including Freedom of Information enquiries. Providing financial insight and analysis to support organisational decision-making. Budget Setting and Financial Planning The role will support the annual budget-setting process and long-term financial planning activities across the Trust. You will assist in translating approved financial plans into operational budgets and ensure changes are properly reflected within financial systems. Responsibilities include: Supporting the development and maintenance of annual, medium-term and long-term financial plans. Completing budget journals and adjustments to reflect agreed plans and funding allocations. Supporting the allocation and monitoring of Cost Improvement Programme targets. Maintaining accurate records of reserve allocations and budget movements. Producing planning reports, reconciliations and workforce planning information. Supporting the completion of annual planning returns and external submissions. Costing and Financial Analysis You will contribute to the Trust's costing and benchmarking activities, helping ensure robust financial information is available to support service and operational decision-making. This area of work provides an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in NHS costing methodologies and performance analysis. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the production and submission of the National Cost Collection. Assisting with the preparation and analysis of patient-level costing information. Reviewing complex financial data to ensure accuracy and integrity. Supporting national and local benchmarking exercises. Working collaboratively with finance colleagues to improve the quality and usefulness of financial reporting information. Stakeholder Engagement and Service Improvement The successful candidate will work with colleagues across Finance, Operational Services, Workforce and Corporate Departments, building strong relationships to support effective financial management across the organisation. The role requires someone who can confidently communicate financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences. You will: Provide financial advice and support to colleagues across the Trust. Attend meetings on behalf of senior finance colleagues where required. Support the development of reporting processes and systems. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. Ensure robust governance, internal control and data quality standards are maintained. About You This role would suit an ambitious finance professional with strong technical accounting skills, excellent analytical ability and a keen eye for detail. You will have experience of working in a finance environment and be comfortable managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced setting. An understanding of financial reporting, governance, budgeting and internal controls is essential, while NHS finance experience would be advantageous. The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of NHS finance skills while working within a supportive team that actively invests in professional development and career progression.

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