Job Description

Acute NHS Trust | South East England

£66.582 to £77,368 per annum

6-Month Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid Working

We are currently supporting a large Acute NHS Trust in the South East of England to recruit an experienced Band 8B Finance Business Partner on an interim basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior NHS finance professional to join a high-performing finance team and provide strategic financial leadership across a complex operational portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the lead Finance Business Partner for a designated Clinical Division or Corporate Directorate.

Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior operational and clinical leaders.

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.

Support the delivery of Cost Improvement Programmes (CIPs) and productivity initiatives.

Produce and present monthly financial performance reports to divisional management teams.

Identify financial risks and opportunities, ensuring robust mitigation plans are in place.

Support business case development and investment appraisals.

Manage and develop junior finance staff within the business partnering team.

Essential Requirements

Qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.

Previous experience working at Band 8A/8B level within the NHS.

Strong Acute Trust finance experience is essential.

Proven track record of finance business partnering with senior stakeholders.

Excellent budgeting, forecasting and financial planning expertise.

Experience supporting CIP delivery and financial recovery programmes.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

Experience within a large teaching or multi-site Acute Trust.

Knowledge of NHS Payment Scheme and current NHS financial regime.

Experience of financial modelling and business case development.

Contract Details

Band 8B equivalent.

6-month initial contract with potential extension.

Hybrid working arrangement.

South East England location.

Competitive daily/hourly rate.

Immediate start preferred.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced NHS Finance Business Partner seeking your next interim assignment, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Please submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.

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