Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for
a Divisional Finance Manager post at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS
Foundation Trust for an enthusiastic, dynamic and ambitious individual to join
the financial management team. We are a driven and motivated team passionate
about improving patient care and the development of our finance team. We have
professional accreditation with ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA and AAT as well as holding
level 1 Future Focused Finance accreditation and offer support for further
training and professional development.
The successful applicant will
be responsible for providing a high quality and comprehensive accountancy
service in order to ensure immediate and long term financial viability and
stability to the directorates within the organisation. Candidates should be
able to demonstrate commitment to achieving both their own and the Trusts
goals. In addition we are looking for strong interpersonal skills, the ability
to work to tight deadlines and be able to challenge and influence others.
The successful applicant will
be CCAB qualified or a passed finalist.
Working for South Tyneside and
Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust offers a range of benefits including
eligibility for a blue light discount card, access to the Trusts lease car
scheme and access to the cycle to work scheme.
Contact details for job
related candidate queries: Emma McDowell 0191 5656256 Ext 41469 emmamcdowell@nhs.net or Stuart Smith 0191 5656256 Ext 42060 stuart.smith17@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The role will
encompass a high degree of the following disciplines:
Provision
of high quality financial advice and business support to Divisions and services.
Financial
planning, reporting and forecasting
Desirable:
CCAB
Qualified Accountant
NHS
Finance Experience
Good
understanding of the local health economy
Knowledge
of the services provided by the Trust
Experience
of presenting financial information for non-finance audiences
Essential:
CCAB
Passed finalist
Significant
experience of working in Finance in a large or complex organisation
Sound
understanding of the NHS financial regime
Excellent
analytical skills
Effective
problem solving skills
Excellent
communication skills
Effective
negotiation skills
Reliable
and committed to delivering targets and achieving outcomes.
The Financial
Management team currently work flexibly and work a hybrid model of working
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the provision of high quality financial advice and
business support to specified Divisions and services, in order to
facilitate the effective monitoring and management of Divisional
finances.
Responsible for ensuring the provision of robust divisional
financial information and reliable financial forecasts.
Ensures the co-ordination and integration of Divisional financial
plans with corporate financial responsibilities, objectives, plans
and overall financial strategy.
Liaise regularly with Director of Finance, Deputy Director of
Finance and Head of Financial Management on current financial
issues.
To regularly work with Divisional General Managers, Divisional
Directors, Associate Medical Directors, Clinical Director and
Departmental Heads within the Divisions to ensure long term
financial viability and stability for the clinical area of
responsibility.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the provision of high quality financial advice and
business support to specified Divisions and services, in order to
facilitate the effective monitoring and management of Divisional
finances.
Responsible for ensuring the provision of robust divisional
financial information and reliable financial forecasts.
Ensures the co-ordination and integration of Divisional financial
plans with corporate financial responsibilities, objectives, plans
and overall financial strategy.
Liaise regularly with Director of Finance, Deputy Director of
Finance and Head of Financial Management on current financial
issues.
To regularly work with Divisional General Managers, Divisional
Directors, Associate Medical Directors, Clinical Director and
Departmental Heads within the Divisions to ensure long term
financial viability and stability for the clinical area of
responsibility.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB passed finalist committed to achieving full membership of professional body within 12 months of appointment
Desirable
- CCAB qualified accountant
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in finance working in a large or complex organisation
- Experience of spreadsheet, database and word-processing packages
Desirable
Other skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including presentation and summary of complex data into meaningful information for Divisional staff
- Able to use initiative to pursue challenging and difficult issues with confidence, drive and tact in order to achieve results
- Effective negotiation skills and ability to interact effectively with senior management
Desirable
- Experience of presenting financial information and preparing reports for a non-finance audience
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to set clear and concise objectives for self and staff, prioritise and monitor progress, and take appropriate action to achieve outcomes by required deadlines
- Reliable and committed to delivering targets and achieving outcomes
- Valid UK driving licence and able to travel between sites or to meetings with partner organisations as required
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of the NHS financial regime and relevant legislation and guidance, including Payment by
- Results and the Single Oversight Framework
- Excellent skills in analysing, interpreting and using highly complex data
- Ability to use judgement to compare and evaluate options, and recommend actions based on those evaluations
- Effective problem-solving skills, especially for new issues where no precedent to follow
Desirable
- Good understanding of local health economy
- Working knowledge of clinical and non-clinical services provided by the Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB passed finalist committed to achieving full membership of professional body within 12 months of appointment
Desirable
- CCAB qualified accountant
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in finance working in a large or complex organisation
- Experience of spreadsheet, database and word-processing packages
Desirable
Other skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including presentation and summary of complex data into meaningful information for Divisional staff
- Able to use initiative to pursue challenging and difficult issues with confidence, drive and tact in order to achieve results
- Effective negotiation skills and ability to interact effectively with senior management
Desirable
- Experience of presenting financial information and preparing reports for a non-finance audience
Other Requirements
Essential
- Able to set clear and concise objectives for self and staff, prioritise and monitor progress, and take appropriate action to achieve outcomes by required deadlines
- Reliable and committed to delivering targets and achieving outcomes
- Valid UK driving licence and able to travel between sites or to meetings with partner organisations as required
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Sound understanding of the NHS financial regime and relevant legislation and guidance, including Payment by
- Results and the Single Oversight Framework
- Excellent skills in analysing, interpreting and using highly complex data
- Ability to use judgement to compare and evaluate options, and recommend actions based on those evaluations
- Effective problem-solving skills, especially for new issues where no precedent to follow
Desirable
- Good understanding of local health economy
- Working knowledge of clinical and non-clinical services provided by the Trust
Additional information
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).
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