Deputy Finance Business Partner

Your World Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Finance Business Partner in Basildon to support financial monitoring, performance management, and strategic planning. The role involves financial reporting and advising senior management while ensuring compliance with NHS policies. Candidates should have CCAB qualifications and experience in the NHS sector.

Qualifications

• Experience managing finance staff and leading financial planning initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of NHS financial policies and public sector accounting.

Responsibilities

• Produce and analyse financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Lead on budget-setting processes and align with Trust objectives.
• Deputise for the Finance Business Partner in meetings and key discussions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CCAB finalist

Equivalent experience in financial management

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Excel

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Deputy Finance Business Partner, Basildon

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Client:

Your World Recruitment

Location:

Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Deputy Finance Business Partner

Start Date: ASAP Location: Basildon

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:

• 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:

• 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.
• 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.
Job reference number: YW-grI1