Deputy Finance Business Partner

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Finance Business Partner in Basildon. The role involves financial monitoring, performance management, and strategic planning, supporting decision-making within NHS guidelines. Candidates should have experience in financial management and strong analytical skills. This position offers a pay rate of £25.50 PAYE and is expected to last 3 months, with possible extensions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce and analyse financial reports and forecasts.
• Develop financial performance management systems.
• Lead on budget-setting processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CCAB finalist or equivalent experience

CCAB qualification (desirable)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Excel

Job description

Deputy Finance Business Partner

Start Date : ASAP Location : Basildon

Hours : 37.5 hours per week

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.

Job reference number : YW-grI1