Deputy Head of Financial Services

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is recruiting a Deputy Head of Financial Services to lead their Financial Services team. Candidates should possess a Professional Accountancy qualification and a master's degree, along with significant management experience. Responsibilities include improving financial management and promoting quality standards to enhance patient outcomes. This permanent, full-time role based in Manchester offers a salary between £64,455 to £74,896 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Significant management experience in a senior financial role.
• Proven track record of post-qualification development.
• In-depth knowledge of NHS financial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Financial Services team.
• Promote high standards and improve patient outcomes.
• Drive business growth and enhance cash flow.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical teams.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Commercial acumen

Education

Professional Accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIMA)

Master's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Summary

We're excited to be recruiting for a passionate and driven Deputy Head of Financial Services to lead our Financial Services team within our Finance & Procurement Business Unit. You will use your expertise to influence innovative mechanisms required in developing and enhancing the Financial Management of the organisation. We are particularly proud of our exceptional and highly-skilled staff - and they in turn are passionate about the contribution they make within the Trust. Therefore you will focus on quality, promoting high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes in a financial capacity, whilst using evidence to make improvements and seeking out innovative ways of working to develop financial solutions. Inevitably, you’ll also be commercially astute and able to drive business growth and improve cash flow. It is essential for you to hold a Professional Accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIMA) with current membership registration and be educated to master's degree level or an equivalent professional qualification and possess significant management experience.

Responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. The attachments provide details of the responsibilities, expectations and solutions you will deliver. This document also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

About Us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust – make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

Details

Date posted: 01 Rhagfyr 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 349-COR-7653545C-RL4

Job locations: Finance Business Unit, Trafford General Hospital; Davyhulme, Manchester; M41 5SL

Qualifications

• Professional Accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIMA) with current membership registration.
• Master's degree level education or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant management experience.
• Demonstrable post‑qualification development and achievement of CPD.

Experience

• Significant experience and proven track record in a senior leadership or management role.
• Unblemished record with CCAB.

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of NHS financial frameworks or similar complex organisations.
• Significant knowledge of financial risk management.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered for all applications. Current UK professional registration is required. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website and criminal record guidance for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Employer Details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Finance Business Unit, Trafford General Hospital

Davyhulme, Manchester

M41 5SL

Website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/