Finance Officer
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.
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.
Job responsibilities
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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications &
Training · Essential
GCSE level of education or functional skills NVQ level 3/AAT intermediate level or equivalent level of experience
Experience · Essential
Experience of working within a finance role or department in a large and complex organisation (at least 12 months experience) Experience with using financial software and ledger systems Experience with invoicing
Desirable
Experience of budgeting and financial reporting Experience in academia / NHS settings Knowledge &
Skills · Essential
Knowledge of financial regulations and procedures Knowledge of financial coding structures, petty cash, VAT Excellent organisational skills with ability to plan and complete multiple pieces of work to meet deadlines Ability to find solutions to problems
Desirable
Advanced Excel skills Personal attributes
Essential
High levels of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial records Adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
