Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and numerate individual to work within the Financial Services team. The team prides itself on delivering a high-quality service underpinned by professionalism and first-class customer care.
The role of the Capital Accountant is to provide support to the Head of Financial Services in all aspects of the Trust's capital programme, fixed assets and leases. You will maintain the Trust's fixed asset register, provide timely and accurate information with regard to the Trust's monthly capital expenditure position and contribute to the annual accounts process to ensure all reporting is in line with accounting standards and DoH guidance.
Main duties of the job

• To provide support to the Head of Financial Services in respect of all financial accounting aspects of the Trust's capital programme, fixed assets and leases to ensure that the Trust's monthly financial position and annual statutory accounts can be reported in line with accounting standards and DoH guidance.
• To provide accurate and timely monthly monitoring information in respect of expenditure against the Trust's capital programme.
• To maintain the trust's fixed asset register and provide accurate and timely information to the Head of Financial Services and Deputy Director of Finance.

About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
249-7461841
Job locations
Great Western Hospital NHS FT
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
Job description
Job responsibilities

• To support the Head of Financial Services by taking a lead on accounting for leases under IFRS 16 by maintaining the Trusts register of leases and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• To provide advice to colleagues in respect of the interpretation of IFRS16 regarding contracts and arrangements which may meet the definition of a lease.
• To maintain the trusts fixed asset register and provide accurate and timely information to the Head of Financial Services and Deputy Director of Finance.
• To ensure that all fixed asset transactions are recorded in an accurate and timely manner including additions, disposals, depreciation, revaluations and impairments.

Please see the attached job description for full information Job description
Job responsibilities

• To support the Head of Financial Services by taking a lead on accounting for leases under IFRS 16 by maintaining the Trusts register of leases and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
• To provide advice to colleagues in respect of the interpretation of IFRS16 regarding contracts and arrangements which may meet the definition of a lease.
• To maintain the trusts fixed asset register and provide accurate and timely information to the Head of Financial Services and Deputy Director of Finance.
• To ensure that all fixed asset transactions are recorded in an accurate and timely manner including additions, disposals, depreciation, revaluations and impairments.

Please see the attached job description for full information
Person Specification
Application Form
Essential

• 'A' Levels or equivalent training or experience
• Studying towards AAT technician or CCAB/CIMA qualification or have equivalent experience in a degree in a relevant subject

Desirable

• Equivalent to part-qualified AAT Technician student

Experience
Essential

• Experience in a financial environment
• Experienced user of computer applications, in particular, having a good understanding of spreadsheets, email packages and computerised ledger systems

Desirable

• Experience in an NHS financial environment

Person Specification
Application Form
Essential

• 'A' Levels or equivalent training or experience
• Studying towards AAT technician or CCAB/CIMA qualification or have equivalent experience in a degree in a relevant subject

Desirable

• Equivalent to part-qualified AAT Technician student

Experience
Essential

• Experience in a financial environment
• Experienced user of computer applications, in particular, having a good understanding of spreadsheets, email packages and computerised ledger systems

Desirable

• Experience in an NHS financial environment

Skills Required