Overview
The Finance Business Partner reports to the Head of Financial Management. The role leads a team of management accountants to deliver a high-quality financial service for leaders and managers within the directorate. The role involves financial management, supporting budget holders, overseeing and giving expert advice to business units, and identifying, collating and analysing key information from operational and support services to produce meaningful reports. The post includes NHSE monthly reporting, compiling robust auditable working papers and assisting in the preparation of the month 9 and year end accounts. The post is based in Kettering, with travel to other bases across the Trust in Northamptonshire, and part-time hours will be considered.
Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a team of management accountants to deliver high-quality financial management services for budget holders and business units.
* Identify, collate and analyse key financial information from operational and support services to produce insightful reports.
* Support monthly NHSE reporting and prepare auditable working papers; assist in month 9 and year end accounting processes.
* Provide specialist financial advice to managers, enabling informed decisions and effective financial management.
* Quantify and communicate financial opportunities and risks to a range of stakeholders, supporting economy, efficiency and effectiveness of resources.
* Contribute to longer-term financial planning and sustainability of the trust, with a focus on value for money.
Qualifications and Experience
* CCAB qualified.
* Evidence of professional and personal development.
* Experience in a similar area within the NHS or private sector.
* Excellent Excel spreadsheet skills.
Desirable
* Staff management experience.
Skills and Abilities
* Ability to operate at a senior managerial level, interpreting highly complex information and providing expert knowledge and advice to clinical and non-clinical colleagues.
* Ability to plan and organise work to meet weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual financial timetables.
Additional Information
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.
* UK professional registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer
North Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust (NHFT). Details: St Mary’s Hospital, London Road, Kettering, NN15 7PW.
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