Head of Financial Services (Band 8B - 8C Development Opportunity)
Job Description
By joining our shared Financial Services team, youll
Lead a talented, passionate group covering Financial Accounts, Financial Systems, Cashiers, Charitable funds and Overseas Visitor Officers
Drive continuous improvement across statutory accounts, audit liaison, counter-fraud, cash, VAT, capital, and leasing accounting
Work within Oracle and Shared Business Services (SBS) frameworks
Report directly to the Assistant Director of Financial Services & Reporting and collaborate closely with both Finance Directors
Key responsibilities (Band 8C)
- A full understanding of the policies, procedures, deliverables, controls, and objectives of the entire Financial Services team
- Leadership and oversight of statutory returns and governance statements, ensuring timeliness and accuracy
- In-depth knowledge of the financial interface between both Trusts and the external Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Ledger provider
- High level technical accounting expertise in Capital, VAT, Pensions, and Audit, aligned with the latest guidelines and conventions
- A visible, personable leadership style that unites teams across multiple sites
- Starting role responsibilities (Band 8B)
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting operations
- Prepare statutory annual accounts and governance reports
- Liaise with internal audit, counter-fraud teams, and external auditors
- Manage cash flow, VAT, capital, and leasing accounting
- Ensure effective use and integration of SBS and Oracle financial systems
Provide hands-on leadership to the Financial Services team
- Well review progress every three months against clear milestones.
- Who Were Looking For
- Fully CCAB qualified finance professional
- Track record of innovation and continuous service improvement
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team-building skills
- Ability to thrive in a matrix structure and lead cross-organisational projects
- Creative problem-solver with a commitment to outstanding service delivery
- What We Offer
- Competitive NHS Band 8B starting salary, with progression to Band 8C upon meeting development milestones
NHS Pension Scheme and Blue Light discounts & benefits
27 days annual leave rising to 33 days with service, plus bank holidays
Flexible hybrid working arrangements and excellent worklife balance
Free car parking at Lakeside Hub
Access to an on-site gym, heated pool, nursery, and wellbeing facilities
Lease car scheme, season ticket loans, and extensive staff discounts
Structured Learning & Development opportunities and staff networks
Staff recognition schemes and a strong health & wellbeing programme
As a large acute hospital, there are many opportunities for development and are encouraged, you will be given excellent benefits as well. We warmly welcome your application. If you have any questions, please contact Steve Smith at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing how youll drive financial excellence across our Trusts.
For full job details and person specification please refer to the Job Description.
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