Deputy Head of Finance Business Partnering

Thank you for your interest in working for Velindre University NHS Trust, which is a committed equal opportunities employer. The Trust welcomes applications from people who share our vision;

Velindre University NHS Trust will be recognised locally, nationally and internationally as a renowned organisation of excellence for patient and donor care, education and research.

our values;

• BE Accountable
• BE Bold
• BE Caring
• BE Dynamic

and who will complement our current experienced and specialist employees who are passionate about working in a Trust that has the ambition to provide world class services and care to patient and donors.

Velindre University NHS Trust holds a special place at the heart of healthcare in Wales. It is also an amazing organisation to work and to develop your career. The Trust comprises of two divisions, Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service. The Trust also hosts on behalf of the Welsh Government and NHS Wales, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) and Health Technology Wales (HTW).

Velindre University NHS Trust provides our employees with a favourable salary and reward / staff benefits & support package.

For more information on this vacancy please contact the recruiting manager, who will be pleased to discuss their employment opportunity with you.

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Posts may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and Professional Registration Check.

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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

The post holder will be a leading finance professional and key member of the Senior Finance Team within the Trust. The post holder will also be a key member and active participant within the senior management teams of the Velindre Cancer Service. They will support the Head of Finance Business Partnering in the management and responsibility for the overall performance of the devolved divisional finance teams and ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective business partner finance service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide leadership, strategic and professional managerial and operational responsibility for the delivery of a Trust wide business partner financial management and advice service. They will work closely with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Deputy Director of Finance, Divisional Directors and other senior managers in providing innovative, pro-active financial advice and support to the organisation, whilst overseeing the development and delivery of robust divisional financial processes and controls.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.

Formed in 1993, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.

If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you. Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

Person specification

Qualifications
Essential criteria

• Fully Qualified Accountant CCAB (Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies)
• Up to date on Latest Accounting Standards and recommendations
• Leadership and management training / qualification and / or equivalent work experience.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development within an NHS environment

Desirable criteria

• Project management experience and / or qualification

Experience
Essential criteria

• Significant post qualification experience in a Finance Business Partnering role
• Experience of dealing with multiple stakeholders with conflicting priorities
• Recruitment, management, supervision, setting workload, appraising and development of staff.
• Experienced in developing and presenting formal, complex business cases to non-finance managers and directors
• Good understanding of NHS Wales accounting and reporting regime
• Extensive knowledge of accounting procedures and good practice.
• Advanced and detailed knowledge of strategic and capacity planning.

Desirable criteria

• In depth understanding of NHS Trust's financial controls
• Senior level NHS Financial Management experience
• Detailed knowledge of HMRC VAT and Tax rules.

Skills
Essential criteria

• Ability to influence senior colleagues and budget holders to achieve positive outcomes
• Ability to provide leadership and direction
• Ability to think and act strategically
• Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload for self and departments, in complex and sensitive environments.
• Ability to analyse areas of work to identify areas which would benefit from continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to challenge in a constructive way as necessary, all financial procedures and processes.
• A proven record of achievement in financial management, including the ability to provide advice to, and work with professionals on a team basis
• Present confidently to large and small audiences and able to present and explain highly complex financial information in a manner that can be understood by non finance managers.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve highly complex financial problems relating to business case products and analyses.
• Ability to carry out advanced spreadsheet modelling / forecasting Microsoft Office - to include Word, Excel (advanced) Advanced keyboard skills
• Exercise excellent negotiating skills Work with a wide range of disciplines at all levels. Work well under pressure whilst maintaining good communication and work standards.

Desirable criteria

• Leading large groups
• Experience of working in a Commissioning environment

It is essential that your application demonstrates how you meet the job description / person specification for this post.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

• JD & PS - English ( PDF , 720.5 KB )
• JD & PS - Cymraeg ( PDF , 704.5 KB )
• Guidance Notes for Applicants October 2020 ( PDF , 624.8 KB )
• NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice ( PDF , 368.6 KB )
• Velindre Cancer Centre ( DOC , 20.0 KB )