An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced finance professional to join our team as a Deputy Assistant Director of Finance. In this key leadership role, you will support the Assistant Director of Finance in delivering a full financial business partnering function, ensuring robust financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will provide expert financial advice to senior management, oversee budget setting and business planning, and lead on key financial projects. The role also involves staff management, strategic planning, and working collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to drive service improvements.
We are looking for a CCAB/CIMA-qualified individual with substantial NHS financial management experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering efficiency and performance improvements. If you thrive in a fast-paced, strategic environment and are passionate about supporting healthcare services through effective financial management, we encourage you to apply.
As Deputy Assistant Director of Finance (Band 8b), you will:
1. Provide financial leadership by supporting the Assistant Director of Finance in delivering a full financial business partnering function.
2. Lead financial planning and reporting, including month-end close, budget setting, and business planning to ensure financial sustainability.
3. Advise senior management, budget holders, and divisional teams on financial matters, influencing key decisions through analysis, persuasion, and negotiation.
4. Develop business cases that support service improvements and ensure financial viability.
5. Monitor financial performance, identifying risks and implementing recovery plans where necessary.
6. Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
7. Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS and non-NHS organisations, to negotiate financial agreements and funding streams.
8. Support strategic financial initiatives and contribute to the wider Trust’s long-term financial sustainability.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced NHS finance professional to play a key role in shaping financial strategy and driving efficiency across the organisation.
This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Apr 2025.
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