Finance Manager (Capital & Business Cases)

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK seeks a qualified Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves overseeing capital accounts, managing financial governance, and supporting budget plans. Candidates should have a professional accountancy qualification and experience in a finance environment, preferably within the NHS. This position offers a collaborative work environment focused on career development and patient care.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current/recent experience in a finance environment.
• Experience of working within an NHS management accounts team.
• Knowledge of NHS finance for Capital Programme Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and delivery of capital accounts.
• Manage financial governance system for Capital.
• Support Capital budget and financial plans.
• Assist in developing financial models for Business Cases.
• Work as part of the Strategic Projects finance team.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Knowledge of NHS finance regime

Experience in financial project management

Knowledge of designing with spreadsheets

Ability to understand technical accounting guidance

Education

Professional qualification (CCAB) in accountancy

Strong first degree and professional examination results

Tools

Oracle Finance systems

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Please note that this vacancy is open exclusively to internal candidates currently employed by University Hospital Southampton.

Main duties of the job

We currently have a new opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join our fast-paced and dynamic Finance Team which supports a £1bn+ Acute Foundation Trust with an annual Capital Programme of c.£70m.

This role is a key part of the senior finance team, providing overall leadership to the organisation, its Capital programme, and supporting the achievement of the finance team vision. We are supportive, flexible and collaborative and are committed to your career development with us. We are looking to encourage a diversity of talent at UHS, so if you are working in the public or private sector, we would love to hear from you.

As our Finance Manager for Capital & Business Cases, you will contribute to the delivery of our 5-year strategy by using your financial expertise to support a wide range of complex matters such as taking principal responsibility for strategic financial issues relating to the capital programme, providing financial support and specialist advice in matters relating to capital accounting, leasing and any other related tax and accounting issues and contributing to capital developments and the production of business cases.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

• To oversee the preparation and delivery of the monthly capital accounts for the Trust, working with the Head of Finance Strategic Planning & Capital on the monthly reporting, trend, and variance analysis.
• To manage the financial governance system for Capital including new third-party arrangements, and contracts
• Support Capital budget and financial plans, financially challenging Budget Mangers to optimise Capital financial, contractual, and commercial position working with the Head of Finance Strategic Projects & Capital to produce the annual and three-year financial plan for the Division
• Support the Head of Finance Strategic Projects & Capital in developing the financial models and scenario appraisals within Business Cases for capital investments
• To work as part of the Strategic Projects finance team, ensuring clear, concise, and professional communication always.

Person specification

Qualifications / Training Required

Essential criteria

• Professional qualification (CCAB) in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) or exceptional finalist with strong first degree and professional examination results.
• Current / recent experience in a finance environment

Desirable criteria

• Current / recent knowledge and understanding of the NHS financial environment.

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of designing and working with spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of NHS finance regime for Capital Programme Accounting and fixed asset accounting
• Ability to understand and explain technical accounting and tax guidance in context of NHS.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to clearly communicate the results of such analysis.
• Experience of Financial project management/Financial appraisal and forecasting

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within an NHS management accounts team.
• Previous experience of working with Oracle Finance systems.
• Record of improving processes and reporting in previous roles.

Aptitudes And Skills Required

Essential criteria

• Previous experience of line managing staff.

Desirable criteria

• Able to be flexible on working hours & location depending on needs of the service.

Values and Behaviours

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together