Interim Band 8A Finance Business Partner

NHS Organisation

Ideally on-site (flexible / remote considered for the right candidate)

3 months initially (strong likelihood of extension)

We are partnering with an NHS organisation to appoint an experienced Band 8A Finance professional to support operational finance leadership within a busy NHS Trust. This is a key interim role, providing strategic financial insight, reporting and business partnering to senior stakeholders during a period of increased demand.

Key Responsibilities

· Provide proactive financial advice and analysis to senior managers and operational teams

· Lead on the production of monthly financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis

· Support budget setting processes, monitoring and financial planning across services

· Work with budget holders to challenge spend, identify efficiencies and deliver CIP targets

· Develop and present business cases and investment appraisals to support decision making

· Provide financial input into contracting, commissioning and service delivery changes

· Analyse complex financial data to assess risks, trends and performance

· Build strong relationships with clinical and non-financial stakeholders, influencing decision making

· Support and lead elements of the finance team, including mentoring and workload management

· Ensure compliance with NHS financial frameworks, policy and reporting requirements

Essential Requirements

· Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)

· Significant experience in a senior NHS finance role (Band 7/8a level or above)

· Strong knowledge of NHS financial frameworks, reporting and budgeting processes

· Proven experience in business partnering and influencing senior stakeholders

· Experience producing robust financial reports, forecasts and business cases

· Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information

· Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance audiences

If you are an experienced Band 8A Finance professional looking for your next interim NHS opportunity, we would love to hear from you.