Senior Finance Manager

NHS; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shepton Mallet is seeking a Senior Finance Manager. This leadership role involves driving financial performance and strategic decision-making. Candidates should have a background as a qualified accountant with strong commercial acumen and substantial post-qualification experience. The position offers competitive remuneration and an array of wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Demonstrable skills in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Partner with teams to identify risks and innovative solutions.
• Manage financial control policies and ownership of management information.
• Support growth by appraising new business opportunities.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Strong commercial acumen

Financial modelling skills

Experience with financial forecasting

Expertise in contract review

Education

Qualified accountant background

Tools

Business World

Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and commercially minded Senior Finance Manager to join Practice Plus Group at our Shepton Mallet Hospital.

This is a pivotal role where you will lead the finance function locally, partnering closely with our Hospital Director and operational teams to drive business performance, influence strategic decision-making, and deliver outstanding results.

Youll play a key role as part of the Senior Management Team, providing not just financial insight but also leadership and support that directly impacts patient care and operational success.

Main duties of the job

As our Senior Finance Manager, youll:

• Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end reporting with insightful analysis and commentary.
• Partner with operational teams to identify risks, opportunities, and innovative solutions that enhance business performance.
• Take ownership of management information and ensure robust financial control policies are in place.
• Provide financial expertise in contract management, billing, and external stakeholder meetings.
• Support growth by appraising new business opportunities and preparing board-level submissions.
• Line manage, coach, and develop a small finance team, building capability and supporting their progression.
• Be a visible leader and trusted adviser, working collaboratively across functions to deliver results.

About us

Were looking for someone who combines technical excellence with strong leadership and communication skills. You will bring:

• A qualified accountant background with extensive post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Strong commercial acumen with proven success in contract review, negotiations, and operational finance.
• Demonstrable skills in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders in a matrix organisation.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence with financial systems (experience with Business World is an advantage).
• Line management experience with a genuine passion for coaching and developing people.
• A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic approach with the drive to make a real impact.

What you can expect in return;

• Competitive salary depending on your experience
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, [e-mail] call 07970815238 in our friendly resourcing team.

Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A qualified accountant background with extensive post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Strong commercial acumen with proven success in contract review, negotiations, and operational finance.
• Demonstrable skills in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders in a matrix organisation.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence with financial systems (experience with Business World is an advantage).
• Line management experience with a genuine passion for coaching and developing people.
• A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic approach with the drive to make a real impact.

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.