Deputy Finance Business Partner

Start Date: ASAP 

Location: Southend 

Hours: 37.5hpw

Band: 7

Pay rate: £25.50 PAYE Inclusive of Holiday pay/ £28 Umbrella Pay

Expected to last: 3 Months with a possible extension

Job Summary:

The Deputy Finance Business Partner plays a crucial role in financial monitoring, performance management, and strategic planning for the Trust. This role supports financial decision-making, ensures compliance with NHS financial policies, and provides expert financial advice to senior managers and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Monitoring & Reporting:

• Produce and analyse financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate financial monitoring, including tracking Cost Improvement Programmes (CIPs).
• Provide financial insights for external reporting to healthcare regulators.

Financial Performance Management:

• Develop and implement financial performance management systems.
• Challenge and hold senior managers accountable for financial outcomes.
• Support the Division with financial strategy, planning, and budget-setting.

Budgeting & Financial Planning:

• Lead on budget-setting processes, ensuring alignment with Trust objectives.
• Identify cost pressures and efficiency savings.
• Support financial planning for capital developments and investments.

Strategic Financial Support:

• Contribute to long-term financial planning, business case development, and investment appraisals.
• Advise on cost control, procurement efficiency, and service pricing strategies.
• Assist in developing financial strategies that align with operational objectives.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Deputise for the Finance Business Partner in meetings and key financial discussions.
• Provide expert financial advice to senior management and clinical divisions.
• Train and develop finance team members, ensuring high standards of financial governance.

Skills & Experience Required:

Essential:

• CCAB finalist or equivalent experience in financial management.
• Strong knowledge of NHS financial policies and public sector accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Desirable:
• CCAB qualification.
• Experience managing finance staff and leading financial planning initiatives.

Additional Information:

• The role requires working with financial systems such as Oracle, SAP, and Excel.
• Candidates should be highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Occasional travel and flexibility in working hours may be required.