Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated to join the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals as Deputy Director of Finance - Operations.
We are one of the busiest Trust's in the country and carry out nearly one million out-patient appointments, day case procedures and in-patient admissions annually across Norfolk.
An essential member of our senior financial team, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our Level 2 FFF accredited Finance function as the Trust continues to develop and grow, working closely with the Chief Finance Officer, Director of Finance - Operations and Deputy Director of Financial Strategy and Planning.
You will be a qualified accountant with either a Master's degree in a relevant subject area or the equivalent experience. You should be able to evidence continuous professional and personal development as well as have extensive experience at a senior level in a large and complex organisation. You will have a good understanding of the wider NHS agenda, with extensive experience in successful financial planning and management, building positive relationships at all levels and will possess the ability to operate in a highly regulated setting.
We are looking for an excellent communicator who is able to engage and influence staff across disciplines; you should be analytical, flexible and have the experience and ability to lead and manage a large team whilst remaining committed to personal and professional development.
Main duties of the job
- Provide financial advice and information on the income and expenditure, capital cash and other key financial metrics to the CFO, Chief Executive, Board and Divisions.
- Lead the day-to-day operational management of the finance department
- Deputise for the CFO and Director of Finance - Operations as required
The position provides the opportunity to play a lead role in the further development of the finance department, building on from our Level 2 FFF accreditation
The Norfolk and Waveney ICS is the first in the country to implement a shared service across all ICS organisations. Recognised by NHS England as a leader in this space, as the Dep Director of Finance, you will be the lead for progressing this project to the next level.
The scale and breadth of activity undertaken by the Trust coupled with our need to ensure that financial sustainability is at the heart of decision-making provides exposure to new opportunities to learn and develop your skills on a daily basis.
About us
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
First class professional leadership to support the Trust with the best standards of financial planning, management and control
In conjunction with the Chief Finance Officer and Director of Finance Operations, protect and preserve Trust assets by establishing a strong financial control environment and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of all financial services.
To be responsible for the stewardship and management of the Finance Departments budget ensuring proper use of resources.
To ensure that the Trusts Annual Accounts and relevant sections of the Annual Report are produced to deadline and to liaise as appropriate with external audit.
Maintain effective communications and relationships across the Trust to ensure a corporate approach to the delivery of hospital services and strategic objectives.
Further details on the main duties and responsibilities please see attached jobdescription
Job description
Job responsibilities
First class professional leadership to support the Trust with the best standards of financial planning, management and control
In conjunction with the Chief Finance Officer and Director of Finance Operations, protect and preserve Trust assets by establishing a strong financial control environment and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of all financial services.
To be responsible for the stewardship and management of the Finance Departments budget ensuring proper use of resources.
To ensure that the Trusts Annual Accounts and relevant sections of the Annual Report are produced to deadline and to liaise as appropriate with external audit.
Maintain effective communications and relationships across the Trust to ensure a corporate approach to the delivery of hospital services and strategic objectives.
Further details on the main duties and responsibilities please see attached jobdescription
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified accountant (CCAB)
- Master's degree in relevant subject area or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development and personal development
- Knowledge of the wider NHS agenda and current issues and guidance
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior level in a large and complex organisation
- Extensive experience in successful financial planning and management
- Evidence of building positive partnership relationships
- Ability to operate in a highly regulated setting
- Ability to deliver difficult messages and to manage a large workload to tight deadlines
Desirable
- Ability to operate within a teaching and research focused organisation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead and manage a team
- Able to engage and involve senior staff across disciplines in the development of strategic issue
- Can develop strong networks within and outside of NNUH
- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to produce reports on complex issues
- Clear analytical skills to allow explanation, evaluation and interpretation of information and options
Desirable
- Understands the different perspectives of stakeholders
Aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Commitment to personal development and development of staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified accountant (CCAB)
- Master's degree in relevant subject area or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development and personal development
- Knowledge of the wider NHS agenda and current issues and guidance
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior level in a large and complex organisation
- Extensive experience in successful financial planning and management
- Evidence of building positive partnership relationships
- Ability to operate in a highly regulated setting
- Ability to deliver difficult messages and to manage a large workload to tight deadlines
Desirable
- Ability to operate within a teaching and research focused organisation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead and manage a team
- Able to engage and involve senior staff across disciplines in the development of strategic issue
- Can develop strong networks within and outside of NNUH
- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to produce reports on complex issues
- Clear analytical skills to allow explanation, evaluation and interpretation of information and options
Desirable
- Understands the different perspectives of stakeholders
Aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Commitment to personal development and development of staff
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
