Finance OfficerNHS

Job summary

Permanent | Full-time (30 hours per week considered)

We're looking for a Finance Officer to join the Research & Innovation Care Group. You will provide support to the team, ensuring the smooth processing of financial transactions and maintaining efficient administrative processes. You will help investigate budget variances, raise invoices, track expenditure, and support the daily financial needs of our research activities.

About Us: We support around 300 research studies annually, including a range of clinical trials, innovation, and technology projects. We are home to an NIHR-funded Commercial Research Delivery Centre and NIHR Health-tech Research Centre, and much of our interventional research is supported by our Clinical Research Facility Team alongside our Research Governance Team.

About You:

• Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent experience
• Experience working in a finance role or department
• Experience using financial software, ledger systems and with invoicing

If you're passionate about supporting cutting-edge research and have a solid background in finance, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Assistant Research Accountant, your responsibilities will include:

• Track and investigate budget variances to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare journals and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
• Process cheque requests and ensure timely payments.
• Raise and check invoices
• Book travel arrangements and raise Purchase Order Numbers for research-related expenses.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date finance ledger records, providing reports as needed.
• Help prepare financial statements and reports.

Job description

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.