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Deputy Finance Business Partner, Basildon
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Client:
Your World Recruitment
Location:
Basildon, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
8
Posted:
19.08.2025
Expiry Date:
03.10.2025
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Job Description:
Deputy Finance Business Partner
Start Date: ASAP Location: Basildon
Band : 7
Pay rate: £25.50 PAYE Inclusive of Holiday pay/ £28 Umbrella Pay
Expected to last: 3 Months with a possible extension
Job Summary:
The Deputy Finance Business Partner plays a crucial role in financial monitoring, performance management, and strategic planning for the Trust. This role supports financial decision-making, ensures compliance with NHS financial policies, and provides expert financial advice to senior managers and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Produce and analyse financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis.
* Ensure accurate financial monitoring, including tracking Cost Improvement Programmes (CIPs).
* Provide financial insights for external reporting to healthcare regulators.
Financial Performance Management:
* Develop and implement financial performance management systems.
* Challenge and hold senior managers accountable for financial outcomes.
* Support the Division with financial strategy, planning, and budget-setting.
Budgeting & Financial Planning:
* Lead on budget-setting processes, ensuring alignment with Trust objectives.
* Identify cost pressures and efficiency savings.
* Support financial planning for capital developments and investments.
Strategic Financial Support:
* Contribute to long-term financial planning, business case development, and investment appraisals.
* Advise on cost control, procurement efficiency, and service pricing strategies.
* Assist in developing financial strategies that align with operational objectives.
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:
* Deputise for the Finance Business Partner in meetings and key financial discussions.
* Provide expert financial advice to senior management and clinical divisions.
* Train and develop finance team members, ensuring high standards of financial governance.
Skills & Experience Required:
* CCAB finalist or equivalent experience in financial management.
* Strong knowledge of NHS financial policies and public sector accounting.
* Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Experience managing finance staff and leading financial planning initiatives.
Additional Information:
* The role requires working with financial systems such as Oracle, SAP, and Excel.
* Candidates should be highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under pressure.
* Occasional travel and flexibility in working hours may be required.
Job reference number: YW-grI1
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