Job Title: Head of Financial Services
Employer: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Poole, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 66,582 to 77,368 £ / Year
UK Visa Sponsorship: Available

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Head of Financial Services – Job Summary

Description

• Lead and manage the Trust’s financial services portfolio, ensuring effective financial operations and reporting.

• Oversee financial accounting activities and ensure compliance with statutory and non-statutory financial obligations.

• Maintain strong financial governance, internal controls, and high-quality financial reporting.

• Work closely with senior finance leaders, finance business partners, charitable funds teams, and internal and external auditors.

• Provide expert financial advice and management support to the Associate Director of Finance.

• Deputise for the Associate Director of Finance when required.

• Analyse complex financial information to support operational decisions and improve financial performance.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clinical and non-clinical managers and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to the delivery of efficient healthcare services through sound financial management.

Requirements

• Professional qualification: Must hold a recognised CCAB accountancy qualification.

• Professional development: Evidence of continuous professional development.

• NHS financial expertise: Strong knowledge of NHS accounting procedures, financial systems, and financial responsibilities.

• Accounting standards: Detailed understanding of International Accounting Standards and their application.

• Financial forecasting: Experience developing income, expenditure, and activity forecasts, including scenario modelling.

• Analytical skills: Ability to solve complex financial and non-financial problems using data analysis and benchmarking.

• Healthcare experience: Experience working with clinical and non-clinical care groups; previous NHS Foundation Trust experience is desirable.

• Technical skills: Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office applications.

• Communication: Excellent written, verbal, presentation, influencing, and negotiation skills.

• Leadership: Ability to lead finance professionals, collaborate across departments, and constructively challenge financial decisions.

• Organisation: Ability to manage competing priorities, meet strict deadlines, and handle sensitive financial information.

• English proficiency: Ability to communicate effectively in English.

• UK professional registration: Must have current UK professional registration.

• Additional advantage: Experience with E-Financials, PLICS costing software, and Business Objects.

• Background checks: The position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• Visa eligibility: Applicants requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: Annual pay ranging from £66,582 to £77,368.

• Visa sponsorship opportunity: Applicants requiring eligible UK Skilled Worker sponsorship can be considered.

• Permanent career opportunity: Full-time employment in a senior financial leadership position.

• Professional growth: Opportunity to strengthen expertise in financial management, accounting, and NHS financial governance.

• Leadership experience: Responsibility for managing a financial services portfolio and supporting senior financial decision-making.

• Meaningful impact: Opportunity to contribute to financial efficiency and improved patient care across the Trust.

• Collaborative working environment: Work with experienced finance professionals, auditors, senior managers, and healthcare teams.

• Organisational development: Opportunity to contribute to improved financial controls, reporting quality, and service delivery.

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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