Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join the Financial Services Office in the role of Financial Computer Systems Support Co-ordinator (XN05) for 12 months, supporting the Systems Accountant in providing a comprehensive service of maintenance, support and development of the various computer systems used in the Finance Department.
Expected Shortlisting Date
18/09/2025
Planned Interview Date
25/09/2025
Main duties of the job
The Financial Systems Office supports and maintains all of the principal financial applications including the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger which are Oracle packages. In addition there is EPM (which is a Planning/Budgeting System) and various reporting or business intelligence tools. There are a number of weekly and monthly feeds into the general ledger from both internal and external systems including Pharmacy, NHS Supply Chain and ESR.
The office supports and is responsible for creating new users to all systems, and also in making sure that the systems are working efficiently. This includes both making sure that users are able to connect to the systems and are using the all the tools that the systems offer.
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT) is a major UK hospital trust providing local care for Leeds, and specialist services for Yorkshire, the Humber, and nationally. The trust operates several major hospitals, including the Leeds General Infirmary and St James's University Hospital, and is a significant centre for medical research and innovation, working with the University of Leeds. LTHT is committed to high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care, guided by its core values known as 'The Leeds Way'.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact i
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Details
Date posted
04 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-FIN-0151
Job locations
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Financial Systems Office supports and maintains all of the principal financial applications including the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger which are Oracle packages. In addition there is PBCS system (which is a Planning/Budgeting System) and various reporting or business intelligence tools. There are a number of weekly and monthly feeds into the general ledger from both internal and external systems including Pharmacy, NHS Supply Chain and ESR.
The office supports and is responsible for creating new users to all systems, and also in making sure that the systems are working efficiently. This includes both making sure that users are able to connect to the systems and are using the all the tools that the systems offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Financial Systems Office supports and maintains all of the principal financial applications including the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Ledger which are Oracle packages. In addition there is PBCS system (which is a Planning/Budgeting System) and various reporting or business intelligence tools. There are a number of weekly and monthly feeds into the general ledger from both internal and external systems including Pharmacy, NHS Supply Chain and ESR.
The office supports and is responsible for creating new users to all systems, and also in making sure that the systems are working efficiently. This includes both making sure that users are able to connect to the systems and are using the all the tools that the systems offer.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Background in financial support environment with substantial relevant experience of: application maintenance and development, interface imports, reporting, user training

Desirable

• Significant professional development training/ experience in Oracle ERP and EPM.

Skills & behaviours
Essential

• Highly developed knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience of systems administration.
• Good understanding of finance and accountancy procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with emotionally charged or high-pressure situations.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility.

Desirable

• Proficient in use of Oracle reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of SQL Plus.
• NHS Experience.
• Able to prepare highly complex financial reports and to explain them.

Qualifications
Essential

• Qualified to degree level OR equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Degree level in Accounting or Systems support.
• Part Qualified or Student CCAB.

Additional Requirements
Essential

• Skilled in the creation of complex spreadsheet and database tools for self or other users.
• Fluent communicator skilled in the preparation and presentation of training material.
• Ability to interpret user requirements, advising them of options and creating reports which meet their overall objectives.
• Influencing skills.
• Organisation of multiple tasks to meet competing demands of system administration, reporting timetables, user needs and problem resolution
• Ability to analyse and reconcile high volume and complex financial data.
• Skilled keyboard operator.
• Willingness to work flexibly
• Comfortable working in an environment with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Background in financial support environment with substantial relevant experience of: application maintenance and development, interface imports, reporting, user training

Desirable

• Significant professional development training/ experience in Oracle ERP and EPM.

Skills & behaviours
Essential

• Highly developed knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience of systems administration.
• Good understanding of finance and accountancy procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with emotionally charged or high-pressure situations.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility.

Desirable

• Proficient in use of Oracle reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of SQL Plus.
• NHS Experience.
• Able to prepare highly complex financial reports and to explain them.

Qualifications
Essential

• Qualified to degree level OR equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Degree level in Accounting or Systems support.
• Part Qualified or Student CCAB.

Additional Requirements
Essential

• Skilled in the creation of complex spreadsheet and database tools for self or other users.
• Fluent communicator skilled in the preparation and presentation of training material.
• Ability to interpret user requirements, advising them of options and creating reports which meet their overall objectives.
• Influencing skills.
• Organisation of multiple tasks to meet competing demands of system administration, reporting timetables, user needs and problem resolution
• Ability to analyse and reconcile high volume and complex financial data.
• Skilled keyboard operator.
• Willingness to work flexibly
• Comfortable working in an environment with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.

Skills Required