Provision of Interim Accountancy Capacity (Brent, Harrow and Hillingdon CCGs Year End Accounts)

Tender description

NHS Brent, Harrow and Hillingdon Clinical Commissioning Groups are inviting quotations from suitable providers for the provision of specialist accountancy and audit support to support the three CCGs year end processes. The service will ensure the provision of high quality Annual Accounts and robust support through the year end process for the three CCGs (NHS Brent CCG; NHS Harrow CCG; NHS Hillingdon CCG) reporting to the Head of Financial Support. The provider will provide capacity and leadership to the Financial Support Team, providing expert technical year end support and advice to CCG finance staff and ensure delivery of CCG requirements for financial reporting and financial control to support the Annual Accounts. The provider will work closely with CCG Heads of Financial Support ensuring that reporting deadlines are achieved and that robust financial control is maintained at all times. The provider will also lead the relationships with external audit and provide input into the BHH Audit Committee. The Provider will plan and prepare for the year end audit between Jan-March and lead on the Interim Audit in February. The provider will ensure the annual accounts and annual report are submitted on time in April and lead on the external audit in May. The provider will collate and feedback any lessons learned and start preparing for the 18/19 accounts in June.