Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen within EPUT Financial Team to cover maternity leave for 13 months.
The role of Senior Finance Business Partner Locality Based Services will be a pivotal role responsible for the provision of a comprehensive financial management service to directors and managers across the Trust's Locality Based Services Care Units. This will involve working closely with Care Unit and lead officers to provide financial management advice and support using information produced by the financial management team.
The role involves managing the production of timely and accurate management information and requires both technical knowledge of accounting procedures and an understanding of the operational business of the Trust.
This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, has a keen eye for detail and a proven track record of achievements including meeting deadlines.
The post holder must have high professional standards, integrity and possess enthusiasm and energy with a desire for continuous improvement. The Trust's finance department is based in Grays, Thurrock.
Main duties of the job
Support the Head of Finance in the identification, development, planning and implementation of local strategies and programmes, which delivers national policy and strategy and that modernises and improves health care delivery and performance across the Trust.
Interpret national finance guidance/policy/legislation and advise the organisation on how to take forward and implement and taking action in conjunction with the Head of Finance.
Plan and performance manage the services and resources for which you are responsible. Train, support and encourage staff to give their best and seek innovation. Make change happen and help others to do so.
To develop partnership working and user involvement within services.
To evaluate models of service, ensuring that all such models are in line with national policies.
To support development of services working to the latest models and ensuring they are of the highest standard which secures local and national recognition.
To be a member of corporate or directorate committees as agreed by the Head of Finance.
See JD for further details.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Details Date posted
29 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year inclusive of fringe HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
13 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-A-9042
Job locations
Finance Department, Thameside House
Thurrock Community Hospital, Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
Job description Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and Person Spec for details of duties, responsibilities and requirements.
Job description Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and Person Spec for details of duties, responsibilities and requirements.
Person Specification Short listing Essential
* Application evidences relevant experience
Desirable
* Application evidences proven track record
Meets essential criteria Essential
* Relevant Qualifications
* Relevant experience
Desirable
* Meet majority of essential criteria
Is appointable at interview Essential
* Able to perform well at interview
Desirable
* Able to perform well at interview
Person Specification Short listing Essential
* Application evidences relevant experience
Desirable
* Application evidences proven track record
Meets essential criteria Essential
* Relevant Qualifications
* Relevant experience
Desirable
* Meet majority of essential criteria
Is appointable at interview Essential
* Able to perform well at interview
Desirable
* Able to perform well at interview
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Finance Department, Thameside House
Thurrock Community Hospital, Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Finance Department, Thameside House
Thurrock Community Hospital, Long Lane
Grays, Essex
RM16 2PX
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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