Candidates should be CCAB qualified, possess substantial experience in financial management within large organisations, and have line management experience to develop and lead a team effectively. The role emphasises the importance of influencing cost-effective decision-making and utilizing benchmarking analysis to identify improvements and efficiencies. Flexibility in working arrangements is offered, with a commitment to shaping the future of NHS services in Cornwall through collaboration with diverse clinical leaders.
Are you looking for a role where you can influence decisions and add value to NHS services? Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust currently has an exciting opportunity to support NHS operational services as Service Head of Finance. Working closely with the Associate Director of Finance, you will provide high quality leadership to the Finance Department and will lead a section of the financial management function.
What We Are Looking For
Experience in financial management within a large organisation
CCAB Qualified
Line management experience, with the ability to develop and lead a team
Detailed understanding of budget monitoring, reporting and
forecasting
Ability to challenge operational managers to provide best value for money whilst upholding patient safety and maximising the quality of care
Working within this role will be an unbelievably rewarding decision, working with a diverse team of clinical leaders to shape the future of Cornwall's NHS Services.
This is intended to be a full-time post working 37.5 hours per week, however flexible working and job-shares will be considered.
The post holder will provide support to the Associate Director of Finance in providing high quality leadership to the Finance Department within the Trust. The post holder will lead a section of the financial management function of the finance department.
The post holder will have an advanced understanding of the Trust's business and be able to manage a high quality finance provision.
The post holder will be a member of the Finance Leadership team, supporting the delivery of key objectives across the team, leading on recruitment, and having a senior presence across the organisation.
The post holder will lead on core financial management services to a group of service lines, developing a high-quality business partnering relationship, with strong and highly effective relationships between finance and operational managers.
Ensuring the service lines have an excellent understanding and take ownership of their financial performance.
Encouraging and influencing cost-effective decision-making using highly developed persuasion, motivation, and negotiation skills.
The post holder will utilise benchmarking analysis, promoting best practice to identify and deliver improvements and efficiencies.
About us
Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification which outlines the main responsibilities of the role and required competencies.
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