NHS Organisation
Ideally on-site (flexible / remote considered for the right candidate)
3 months initially (strong likelihood of extension)
We are partnering with an NHS organisation to appoint an experienced Band 8A Finance professional to support operational finance leadership within a busy NHS Trust. This is a key interim role, providing strategic financial insight, reporting and business partnering to senior stakeholders during a period of increased demand.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide proactive financial advice and analysis to senior managers and operational teams
· Lead on the production of monthly financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis
· Support budget setting processes, monitoring and financial planning across services
· Work with budget holders to challenge spend, identify efficiencies and deliver CIP targets
· Develop and present business cases and investment appraisals to support decision making
· Provide financial input into contracting, commissioning and service delivery changes
· Analyse complex financial data to assess risks, trends and performance
· Build strong relationships with clinical and non-financial stakeholders, influencing decision making
· Support and lead elements of the finance team, including mentoring and workload management
· Ensure compliance with NHS financial frameworks, policy and reporting requirements
Essential Requirements
· Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)
· Significant experience in a senior NHS finance role (Band 7/8a level or above)
· Strong knowledge of NHS financial frameworks, reporting and budgeting processes
· Proven experience in business partnering and influencing senior stakeholders
· Experience producing robust financial reports, forecasts and business cases
· Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information
· Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance audiences
If you are an experienced Band 8A Finance professional looking for your next interim NHS opportunity, we would love to hear from you
Salary description
£60417.00 - £64750.00 per year