Job summary
- Main area
- Finance - Systems
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 110-AC120-0426
- Employer
- Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Dewi Sant Hospital
- Town
- Pontypridd
- Salary
- £32,557 - £39,631 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Finance Officer - Systems
Band 5
Thank you for your interest in joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board.
Located in the heart of South Wales, we’re central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together.
At CTM, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we’re creating a space where everyone can thrive.
Discover more about working with us here:
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The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Accounting & Systems team within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Boards finance team.
This is a key post within the Systems Team, which will support the further development and progression of the successful candidate. The role will require a desire to constantly review and improve the processes and systems that support the reporting of financial information to all our stakeholders.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate who is confident and has an aptitude to become a finance professional.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn’t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see ‘Welsh Language Guidance’ in the documents right at the bottom.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for all appropriate system maintenance, administration, and security access tasks necessary for the proper operation of Oracle Financial Management System and Qlik SENSE Reporting System.
Ensure users’ requirements are met in the operation of Oracle/Qlik (e.g. Chart of Accounts changes, reporting hierarchies, resolution of problems etc)
Assist the Finance Manager – Systems and Finance Systems Specialist in developing Oracle, Qlik and automation to meet the needs of users, and to improve the efficiency or effectiveness of ledger and reporting processes. This includes tasks in relation to system upgrades or re-implementation and standardisation of processes as required within the Common Operating Model
Undertake systems testing following any patches or upgrade as required by the Oracle Central Team.
Provide back-up support for the work of the Finance Systems Specialist on all aspects of that post and deputise for the Finance Manager – Systems as required, appropriate to the banding.
Working for our organisation
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Good knowledge of financial and reporting systems. AAT qualified or studying for CCAB qualification (or equivalent relevant experience) Excellent Microsoft Excel knowledge and use, and good knowledge/use of other Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word).
Desirable criteria
- Graduate. Good knowledge of financial control and governance processes Knowledge of the NHS and its structure Visual Basic (VBA) Experience Working knowledge of Oracle, Qlik & Apex
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a finance setting.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of NHS Financial Systems and Processes. Experience of working in a large complex organisation Experience in the application of financial controls and communicating those to the wider organisation.
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Take a helpful and sharing approach to meet customer needs in order to develop their understanding and use of systems and controls. Demonstrate a high standard of conduct, integrity and probity. Good communicator. Demonstrate a resilient attitude to work pressures. Adopt a “can do” approach whilst maintaining system and personal integrity.
Circumstances
Essential criteria
- Mobile within the Health Board and to be able to attend meetings outside the Health Board. Able to work hours flexibly, bearing in mind service needs. Must be able to work unsocial hours where necessary eg during systems testing.
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Essential criteria
- Be able to demonstrate a customer focus to meet user needs. Good communication skills, both orally and in writing and be able to adapt communication style depending on the recipient Excellent IT skills.
Desirable criteria
- Good planning and organisation skills.
- Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B1) are Desirable for this Role.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Cameron Sullivan
- Job title
- Finance Manager - Systems
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Finance Manager - Systems / Rheolwr Cyllid - Systemau
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