Financial Systems & Digital Manager

Powys Teaching Health Board; Llyswen; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a Finance Systems & Digital Manager to lead the development and operation of our financial systems, with a focus on Oracle modules, reporting, and digital solutions. You will champion AI, automation and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and decision-making.

The role combines financial systems expertise with digital innovation, project delivery and team leadership, working across Finance, Digital and NHS Wales to deliver secure, robust systems and

Qualifications

• Master's qualification or comparable professional/technical qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Extensive knowledge of financial systems and digital developments
• Knowledge of AI, automation and digital technologies in finance and BI
• Experience with AI-enabled solutions, RPA or advanced analytics in finance/public sector
• Understanding AI governance, data ethics, governance and cyber security in AI

Responsibilities

• Lead development and operation of Oracle and NHS financial systems with strong internal controls
• Drive digital improvements, automation and data analytics across Finance
• Develop and lead the Financial Systems team to support budget holders
• Collaborate with Digital, IG and Data Analytics to ensure system security and reliability
• Oversee project delivery and stakeholder engagement across NHS Wales and external providers

Skills

Presentational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Negotiation

Decision making

Welsh language

Education

Master's qualification

Tools

Oracle

SQL

Power BI

Web Page Design

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Finance Systems & Digital Manager to join Powys Teaching Health Board's Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of our financial systems and help shape the digital future of Finance.

You will lead the development and effective operation of Oracle financial systems, financial reporting and digital solutions, while championing the use of AI, automation and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, strengthen financial information and support better decision-making.

We are looking for someone with strong financial systems and digital expertise, excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation, improvement and making better use of technology across Finance.

Main duties of the job

As Finance Systems & Digital Manager, you will lead the management, development and continuous improvement of the Health Board's financial systems and digital solutions, ensuring they are secure, reliable and supported by robust financial controls.

This is a varied and influential role combining financial systems expertise, digital innovation, project delivery, problem-solving and team leadership. You will lead the management and development of Oracle and associated NHS financial systems, maintaining system integrity, security and effective internal controls.

Working closely with colleagues across Finance, Digital, Information Governance and Data Analytics, as well as NHS Wales colleagues and external system providers, you will identify, design and implement digital improvements. You will also lead and develop the Financial Systems team, supporting Finance colleagues and budget holders to make effective use of systems, data, automation and digital tools.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities

We particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers. If you do not speak Welsh, or would like to develop your Welsh language skills, the Health Board will support you with training.

The Finance Department operates a hybrid working model, with team members working from the office in Bronllys at least two days per week.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Master's qualification or comparable professional/technical qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Extensive knowledge of financial systems and digital developments
• Knowledge of emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation and digital technologies and their application within finance, business intelligence and organisational improvement
• Experience of implementing or supporting AI-enabled solutions, robotic process automation (RPA) or advanced analytics within a finance or public sector environment
• Understanding of AI governance, data ethics, information governance and cyber security considerations associated with AI technologies

Experience

• Extensive experience of working with NHS Financial Systems
• Extensive in-depth specialist knowledge of Oracle modules (other financial systems) and reporting applications and their inter relationship
• Significant experience and knowledge across a range of Finance/Digital systems
• Specialist experience and track record in management of complex financial IT systems and reporting
• Successfully managing, implementing and developing Financial/Digital systems
• Project Management experience
• Undertaking reviews to deliver business process improvements
• Expert IT knowledge
• Relevant experience at senior manager level within Finance
• Assisting with delivering change
• Demonstrate analytical, interpretation and judgement skills on complex issues
• Experience of Web Page Design, SQL and Power BI
• Knowledge of NHS Financial Policies and Procedures across the Finance discipline
• Knowledge of NHS Financial and procurement systems and processes

Skills and Attributes

• Proficiency across supporting IT applications and systems (such as Oracle)
• Excellent presentational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication, with an ability to explain highly complex IT/Systems issues to both a technical and non technical audience
• Excellent technical, analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Innovatively resolve problems and challenges, encouraging others to think in creative ways to tackle issues
• Develop effective working relationships with staff at all levels and contribute to team environment and its shared vision
• Strong negotiating, influencing and management skills to drive change and innovation
• Work on own initiative but also operate as part of the large team
• Able to make calm, rational decisions in the face of issues

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Other

• Self-motivated and results orientated
• Highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Committed to personal development, inspiring and supporting others, leading by example
• Able to work hours flexibly
• Ability to travel within geographical area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.