Income Accountant (8b/8c)

Interim Income Accountant (Band 8b/8c Equivalent) 3-Month Fixed Term Contract Hybrid Working | 2 Days On Site Per Week An NHS organisation is seeking an experienced Income Accountant to provide additional senior-level support within its finance team during a period of transition and change. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled NHS finance professional to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment. Reporting into the senior finance leadership team, you will play a key role in overseeing income-related processes, ensuring the accuracy and robustness of income reporting, and supporting the organisation with month-end, contract management, and financial performance monitoring. Key Responsibilities * Lead on all aspects of NHS income accounting and reporting. * Provide expert advice on complex income and contract matters. * Support month-end and year-end financial processes relating to commissioning and provider income. * Analyse and reconcile income streams, identifying variances and recommending corrective action where required. * Work closely with operational and finance colleagues to ensure accurate income forecasting and reporting. * Support the development and improvement of income-related financial controls and processes. * Provide senior-level financial insight to inform decision-making and financial planning. Essential Experience * Significant NHS finance experience, ideally within a provider setting. * Strong understanding of the NHS payment framework, contracting arrangements, and income flows. * Proven experience in income accounting, financial management, and complex reconciliations. * Ability to work autonomously and provide immediate value within an established finance team. * Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. * Qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA) or equivalent relevant experience. Contract Details * Band: 8b/8c equivalent (dependent on experience). * Duration: 3 months fixed-term contract. * Location: Hybrid working with 2 days per week on site. * Start: ASAP. If you are an experienced NHS Income Accountant looking for your next interim opportunity and are able to hit the ground running, we would be keen to hear from you