Location Bath
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 16 days at 23:59 BST .
The Vacancy
Sulis hospital is a leading private hospital in the area and is wholly owned by the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. As well as private clients, Sulis is also seeing increasing numbers of NHS patients and is growing fast, with ambitious initiatives such as the new NHS diagnostics and orthopaedics facilities which officially opened in the June 2025.
We are currently looking for a third Finance Business Partners to join the Finance Team to support the growth in business. The posts would suit individuals looking to progress within accounting as the team is small and there are opportunities to learn new skills whilst supporting the operational staff within the hospital. The successful candidate will support the budget setting and budget management meetings, the month end and year end process and look for and recommend efficiency savings. The post reports directly to the Financial Controller and will be expected to develop strong links with both the Business Intelligence team and operational budget holders to improve the accuracy of our data. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and an awareness of commercial accounting balanced with the ability to work in a complex NHS environment.
We are looking for candidates who have made progress with an accounting qualification (AAT or in professional accounting) or have a number of years’ experience within an accounts department. NHS experience is desirable but not necessary as full training will be given.
You will need to have:
* Excellent communication skills, including explaining financial concepts to non-financial staff;
* Advanced IT and Excel skills, including analysis of large amounts of data;
* Ability to work to tight deadlines; and the
* Ability to work independently, identifying priorities and adapting flexibly to manage these.
Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received.
About Sulis Hospital Bath
An award-winning hospital, Sulis Hospital is widely recognised as one of the finest in the country. Sulis became a part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in June 2021, making it one of the first independent hospitals owned by an NHS Trust, offering private, insured, and NHS healthcare services. We empower our teams to be the best they can be, fostering a culture that enhances the quality of people's lives through exceptional care. We are proud to have received an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission for 'Caring,' reflecting the compassionate nature of our people. With modern facilities and strong clinical leadership, Sulis Hospital in Bath provides an opportunity for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference and gain a diverse range of experiences.
We welcome both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of specialisms from Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General surgery, ENT, Urology, Vascular and many others.
Our employees benefit from a competitive salary and access to a wide range of benefits:
* 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service.
* Non-contributory life assurance.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Learning and development opportunities with a dedicated resource.
* Health Cash Plan with access to a wide range of treatments.
* Employee recognition programme.
* Employee assistance programme – Wellbeing Hub.
* Family-friendly policies.
* Free on-site parking.
And much more.
Sulis Hospital is committed to a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities.
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