Strategic Finance Leader – Private Healthcare

Ramsay Health Care; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare organization in Salisbury seeks a Head of Finance to oversee the entire finance function. The successful candidate will drive the finance team to ensure operational excellence while supporting NHS negotiations and managing budgets. A strong accounting background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively are vital. This role not only requires expertise in finance but also a commitment to delivering quality care while aligning with the organization's culture of people caring for people.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

25 days' annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days

Family friendly policies including enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare and life assurance

Free uniform and DBS check

Free onsite parking

Access to employee discount programme

Wellbeing Centre and employee assistance line

Long service employee recognition awards

Access to Ramsay Academy for career development

Qualifications

• You must hold a professional accounting qualification and be registered.
• Desirable knowledge of NHS PbR rules and reconciliation process.
• An ability to cope with change and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the entire finance function.
• Provide vital commercial assessments and advice to the Hospital Director.
• Support NHS contract negotiations and review monthly management accounts.

Skills

Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Creative and innovative leadership

Strong IT skills, particularly Excel

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach to continuous improvement

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading private healthcare organization in Salisbury seeks a Head of Finance to oversee the entire finance function. The successful candidate will drive the finance team to ensure operational excellence while supporting NHS negotiations and managing budgets. A strong accounting background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively are vital. This role not only requires expertise in finance but also a commitment to delivering quality care while aligning with the organization's culture of people caring for people.