Band 6 Finance Manager
Closing date: 07 June 2026
Main duties of the job
* The post holder will assist the Associate Director of Finance/Deputy Head of Finance in providing comprehensive financial management support and advice to Directors, Senior Managers and Corporate Budget Holders.
* The post holder will be part of a team directly involved in the maintenance of the general ledger and budgetary control system which are used in the production of monthly financial statements for budget holders.
* As a senior member of the team, the post‑holder will be expected to work independently and use their own initiative within their own sphere of work. Guidance will be available from the Associate Director/Deputy Head of Finance.
* The post‑holder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all finance policies and procedures including Trust Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs).
* The post holder will supervise junior staff within the Group and contribute to their training and personal development, enforcing Trust policies within the team.
* As a senior member of staff, the post‑holder will be expected to become involved in financial matters relating to the whole Trust as and when required and contribute to the continuous improvement of team and Finance Department procedures.
Qualifications
* GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths & English.
* Demonstrating significant progression towards a professional accountancy qualification (CCAB) or significant relevant experience.
Experience
* Significant relevant experience working in Management Accounts.
* Evidence of accurate production and monitoring of financial performance information and regular liaison with budget holders.
* Good understanding of management accounting concepts and techniques.
* Working knowledge or an interest in NHS including understanding of key targets and the performance management framework.
* Experience working within the NHS or another large complex organisation.
* Experience managing staff.
Additional Criteria
* Ability to supervise junior staff, enforcing Trust policies/SFIs.
* Numerate with strong analytical skills.
* Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, databases and computerised ledger systems, requiring good keyboard skills.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance staff.
* Ability to interpret and present financial information in a meaningful way to aid decision making.
* Ability to influence/negotiate with operational and clinical staff on contentious issues – Cost Improvement Programmes.
* Ability to prioritise workload and achieve tight deadlines.
* Evidence of strong team working skills.
* Ability to use initiative to overcome problems.
* Commitment to development and training of staff.
* Displays smart appearance and integrity.
* Reliable, punctual, pro-active approach. Ability to travel to fulfil the role, both between hospital sites and elsewhere, as required.
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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