Job summary
We currently have a new opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join our fast-paced and dynamic Finance Team which supports a £1bn+ Acute Foundation Trust. This role is a key part of the senior finance team, providing overall leadership to the organisation, Strategic Network Projects, and supporting the achievement of the finance team vision. We are supportive, flexible and collaborative and are committed to your career development with us. We are looking to encourage a diversity of talent at UHS, so if you are working in the public or private sector, we would love to hear from you.
As our Senior Finance Manager for Pathology and radiology Networks, you will contribute to the delivery of our 5-year strategy by using your financial expertise to support a wide range of complex matters such as providing financial expertise on a range of complex Strategic Network Projects, work with Programme Directors to support, coordinate and review business developments across the Network and liaise directly with External Stakeholders, including Contract Leads in Central Government and NHSE to ensure optimal outcomes for the Network.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) To independently provide financial expertise on a range of complex Strategic Network Projects, and to support these through the Network/Partner Trust(s) approvals process.
b) Work with the Programme Directors to support, coordinate and review business developments across the Network ensuring they fit with the Network Strategy
c) To liaise directly with External Stakeholders, including Contract Leads in Central Government and NHSE to ensure optimal outcomes for the Network.
d) Assists the Network Chief Financial Officer in the delivery of the Networks financial targets as per its Mandate.
e) Support the alignment of Financial/Economic Business Case methodology to National NHS requirements.
Additional Information Please be informed that the date for the interview is to be confirmed
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) To independently provide financial expertise on a range of complex Strategic Network Projects, and to support these through the Network/Partner Trust(s) approvals process.
b) Work with the Programme Directors to support, coordinate and review business developments across the Network ensuring they fit with the Network Strategy
c) To liaise directly with External Stakeholders, including Contract Leads in Central Government and NHSE to ensure optimal outcomes for the Network.
d) Assists the Network Chief Financial Officer in the delivery of the Networks financial targets as per its Mandate.
e) Support the alignment of Financial/Economic Business Case methodology to National NHS requirements.
Additional Information Please be informed that the date for the interview is to be confirmed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) with post qualification experience at a senior level.
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Graduate
- Better Business Cases (Practitioner)
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of financial management and formulating financial strategy.
- Knowledge of data collection for forecasting and planning.
- Significant previous experience of a leadership role within finance and proven track record of delivering through others
- Knowledge of designing advanced spreadsheets and undertaking complex financial modelling.
- Experience of financial project management including financial appraisal techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting standards.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS Trust Financial processes, NHS structural relationships, the NHS financial regime and existing relevant legislation.
- Experience in a commercially focussed finance role.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) with post qualification experience at a senior level.
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Graduate
- Better Business Cases (Practitioner)
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of financial management and formulating financial strategy.
- Knowledge of data collection for forecasting and planning.
- Significant previous experience of a leadership role within finance and proven track record of delivering through others
- Knowledge of designing advanced spreadsheets and undertaking complex financial modelling.
- Experience of financial project management including financial appraisal techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting standards.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS Trust Financial processes, NHS structural relationships, the NHS financial regime and existing relevant legislation.
- Experience in a commercially focussed finance role.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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.
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).
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).
