Job summary An opportunity has arisen at Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust for a dedicated individual to join our Financial Management team as a Part time (18.75hrs) Assistant Finance Business Partner supporting the Research and Development team. The role is on a 12-month fixed term basis with further extension to this being subject to securing future research funding. We are looking for someone who is reliable and flexible, and who demonstrates commitment to achieving both their own and the Trusts goals, whilst fully contributing to the team. The successful applicant will work within the Financial Management team whilst also aligned with the Research and Development function. The finance team are an accredited ACCA employer and have achieved One NHS Finance Towards Excellence Accreditation, level 1, and hope to be working towards level 2 in the near future. Main duties of the job The purpose of the role is primarily to ensure that there is: o Sound financial management support to Research and Innovation (R&I) within the Trust, through the day-to-day provision of advice and financial information to Research team, and Finance colleagues. o Work with the funders of research including the National Institute for health and Care Research (NIHR) on the reporting and forecasting of research spend. o The proper identification and quantification of proposed R&I activities. o An appropriate level of income received and the correct recharge of funding resources from business units, with accurate and aligned income and expenditure budgets. o Sound coordination and monitoring of the associated funds flows, at both individual scheme level and at a global level, with appropriately developed reports and analysis. Head of Financial Management Finance Business Partner Research Assistant Finance Business Partner. o The maintenance of sound governance arrangements around R&I accounting, which allows risks to be identified and managed. o Specialist financial input and support into the completion and submission of key Trust returns. Whilst this post will have a primary focus on R&I, it will also act as a general financial advisor to both finance and non-finance colleagues. You must be capable of working to tight deadlines whilst ensuring consistency and accuracy, able to prioritise workloads, and be able to work on your own initiative as well as under supervision. About us Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) NHS Trust geographically covers nearly 6,000 square miles of varied terrain, from isolated moors and dales to urban areas, coastline and inner cities.We serve a population of over five million people across Yorkshire and the Humber and strive to ensure that patients receive the right response to their care needs as quickly as possible, wherever they live.We employ more than 7,100 staff, who together with over 1,300 volunteers, enable us to provide a vital 24-hour, seven-days-a-week, emergency and healthcare service.Our ambition is to be an employer of choice, and we are continuously working across our partnership to improve our collective offer to staff in areas like health and wellbeing, benefits and flexible working incl. hybrid working.Benefits:o Flexible working including part-time hours, job shares and flexible hours, agile working (role dependant)o 27 days annual leave, increasing to 33 with service.o Contributory Pension.o NHS Discounts including shops, restaurants, gyms etc.o Car lease and other salary sacrifice schemes (salary dependent)o Dedicated employee assistance and counselling service.o Opportunities for research participation, career progression and ongoing development.o Well respected, committed and supported staff networks for our workforce. Check out our YAS One Team Simulation! https://www.nwyhelearning.nhs.uk/elearning/yorksandhumber/yas/yasoneteam/index.html Date posted 28 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 174-RAFBP-160425 Job locations Trust Head Quarters - Springhill Brindley Way Wakefield WF2 0XQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for a detailed overview of the responsibilities associated with this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for a detailed overview of the responsibilities associated with this role. Person Specification Person Specification Essential Vocational Qualifications - part qualified CCAB or CIMA accountant (to Diploma level or above) OR at least 3 years' relevant financial experience (in line with the essential criteria) Computer literate with good working knowledge of Excel, word, and large general ledger systems Ability to apply knowledge to workload and demonstrate ability to analyse and interpret complex, sensitive and / or contentious information analytical skills Proven Business Partnering experience Can demonstrate successful budget setting and financial budgetary reporting experience Able to develop successful relationships with internal colleagues and departments as well as externally Ability to prioritise, manage and generate own and team workload within a rapidly changing and fast paced environment, dealing with constant interruptions and competing demands Experience of working with Research related finances and reporting systems Desirable Ensure that processes are in place to support individuals in achieving standards and to learn from their mistakes and failures Experience in developing business cases Person Specification Person Specification Essential Vocational Qualifications - part qualified CCAB or CIMA accountant (to Diploma level or above) OR at least 3 years' relevant financial experience (in line with the essential criteria) Computer literate with good working knowledge of Excel, word, and large general ledger systems Ability to apply knowledge to workload and demonstrate ability to analyse and interpret complex, sensitive and / or contentious information analytical skills Proven Business Partnering experience Can demonstrate successful budget setting and financial budgetary reporting experience Able to develop successful relationships with internal colleagues and departments as well as externally Ability to prioritise, manage and generate own and team workload within a rapidly changing and fast paced environment, dealing with constant interruptions and competing demands Experience of working with Research related finances and reporting systems Desirable Ensure that processes are in place to support individuals in achieving standards and to learn from their mistakes and failures Experience in developing business cases 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust Address Trust Head Quarters - Springhill Brindley Way Wakefield WF2 0XQ Employer's website https://www.yas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust Address Trust Head Quarters - Springhill Brindley Way Wakefield WF2 0XQ Employer's website https://www.yas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Trust Head Quarters - Springhill, Brindley Way, WF2 0XQ Wakefield, United Kingdom