4341 - Deputy Chief Finance Officer

Barnsley Hospital; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established NHS Trust is seeking a dynamic Deputy Chief Finance Officer to lead financial strategy and operations. This pivotal role involves collaborating with the Executive Team to drive innovation and financial sustainability across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in financial management, demonstrating a commitment to inclusive leadership and transformation. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering excellence in healthcare, where your expertise will shape the future of NHS finance and impact patient care positively. This is your chance to lead with purpose and make a real difference.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Wellbeing Support

Leadership Development Opportunities

Collaborative Executive Culture

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial management within large organizations.
• Proven ability to lead financial transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the Trust.
• Champion value and productivity in clinical and corporate services.

Skills

Strategic Financial Leadership

Financial Planning and Budgeting

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree Level Education

Continuous Professional Development in Financial Management

Job description

Be a System Leader. Drive Value. Shape the Future.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking finance leader to take on the role of Deputy Chief Finance Officer. This is a Band 9 post, that goes beyond traditional deputy responsibilities, working closely with the Executive Team and Senior Leadership of the Trust.

Acting as the Trust's senior on-site finance lead, you'll have the autonomy, influence, and support to make a real impact across our organisation and the wider South Yorkshire Integrated Care System (ICS).

The role is an exciting opportunity for an established, energetic, and credible senior financial leader, with significant NHS experience or a similar sector, to be part of a forward-thinking leadership team dedicated to delivering excellence, where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of NHS finance.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, this critical leadership role is responsible for:

1. Strategic and operational financial leadership across the Trust
2. Championing value, productivity, and transformation across clinical and corporate services
3. Leading system finance collaboration within the ICS and provider collaboratives
4. Embedding inclusive leadership and EDI principles across finance operations
5. Driving digital innovation, business intelligence, and cost analytics
6. Supporting and developing a high-performing finance team aligned to NHS One Finance principles

Main duties of the job

This is a highly visible role, working closely with our Chief Executive, Executive Team, and clinical leaders to ensure financial sustainability, transformation, and outstanding care delivery.

As Deputy Chief Finance Officer, you'll be the senior finance lead on site at Barnsley Hospital, responsible for providing strategic and operational financial leadership. You'll work closely with the Chief Finance Officer and Executive Team, driving financial planning, governance, and transformation to support excellent patient care and long-term sustainability. You'll lead high-performing finance teams, shape investment decisions, and represent the Trust in regional system-level collaborations. This is a pivotal role, more than a deputy, where you'll champion innovation, value-based healthcare, and inclusion. You'll lead on reporting, performance, and financial risk, while building strong partnerships with clinical and operational leaders. If you're ready to influence strategic direction and improve outcomes across a respected NHS Trust, this is your chance to lead with purpose and impact.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high-performing Trust achieving a 'Good' rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and making significant progress in delivering our strategic objectives. We are proud of our staff's commitment to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation, which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace, and a 'we can do this' attitude is evident throughout the organisation, where staff are engaged in change and committed to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route, please check your eligibility at the official GOV.UK link. Note that from April 9th, 2025, band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job responsibilities

What We're Looking For

Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of NHS services and a commitment to reducing inequality. As a strategic and adaptable leader, you will bring expertise and energy to support your teams and senior leadership in making informed financial decisions during challenging times. With strong political awareness and a collaborative style, you will quickly build trust and confidence with stakeholders internally and externally, fostering effective partnerships to drive financial sustainability and innovation both locally and regionally.

We're looking for an inspiring leader with:

• Proven ability to lead complex transformation programmes and drive improvement
• Commitment to inclusive, compassionate leadership and workforce development
• Confidence to represent the Trust at system, regional, and national levels

Whether you're already operating at Band 9 or ready for your next step up, we're open to hearing from dynamic leaders with the ambition and ability to deliver real change.

Why Join Us?

Barnsley Hospital is an award-winning Trust, recognised for its strong leadership, values-driven culture, and high-quality services. We're proud of our people and passionate about improvement.

In this role, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative executive culture
• Access to extensive leadership development and NHS One Finance opportunities
• Flexibility, wellbeing support, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• The chance to shape the future of finance in a fast-evolving NHS system

Apply today and take the next step in your NHS finance leadership journey.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree Level or Equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development in financial management and leadership skills, knowledge, and experience

Experience

• Extensive, post-qualification senior-level experience in financial management in a large, complex organisation, including leading across a system
• Experience in managing and developing high-performing finance teams
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management
• Experience of staff management, including setting team objectives and staff development
• Experience in driving financial transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment between financial, operational, and workforce strategies
• Strong track record in capital financial planning, investment decision-making, and business case development

Trust Values

• In around 100 words, please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• In around 100 words, please describe what motivates you to do a good job.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.