Senior Finance Business Partner

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Finance Business Partner to join the Finance Team at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a senior leadership role withinthe Finance Team, providing high-quality financial leadership and support to aClinical Business Unit (CBU). You will act as a trusted advisor to senior clinical and operational leaders, supporting strategic decision-making,financial planning, performance management and the delivery of sustainable financial performance.

Working in a complex and fast-paced environment, you will lead on financial reporting, forecasting, business planning, investment appraisal and cost improvement programmes. You will collaborate closely with clinicians, operational managers, information analysts and colleagues across the Finance function to ensure resources are used effectively to support high-quality patient care.

This role is ideal for a CCAB-qualified finance professional with strong business partnering experience, excellent communication skills and the confidence to influence at senior level. Inreturn, we offer the opportunity to work as part of a supportive, forward-thinking

Finance team, playing a key role in shaping the Trusts financial sustainability and strategic direction.

The Senior Finance Business Partner is responsible for leading the financial management and performance reporting for an assigned Clinical Business Unit. The post holder will provide expert financial advice, analysis and insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities include leading the development of financial plans, budgets and forecasts;monitoring income and expenditure; identifying risks and opportunities; and supporting the delivery of cost improvement programmes. The role involves interpreting complex financial and operational data and presenting clear,meaningful information to senior clinical and non-finance colleagues.

The post holder will contribute to business planning, investment appraisal, service redesign and the development of business cases, ensuring compliance with financial governance and regulatory requirements. They will work closely with Information Analysts to ensure performance information is accurate, timely and fit for purpose.

As a senior memberof the Finance team, the post holder will provide professional leadership,support the development of finance staff, promote continuous improvement and contribute to the overall effectiveness and strategic direction of the Finance function.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated

Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be thebest Place to Work

We scored bestin the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make toeach other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud ofthe commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable futureand our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has neverbeen a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a wecan do this attitude is evident right through the organisation

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advertto check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are nolonger eligible for sponsorship

Thecost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will onlybe met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

We reserve the right to close positions early

Job Description for
Senior Finance Business Partner

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Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

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• Excellent technical accountancy skills, in depth specialist knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
• Advanced MS Excel / Word skills and experience with integrated finance systems
• Ability to provide insight, influence decisions, and interpret complex financial and operational data
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confident and persuasive verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information to non finance colleagues
• Ability to produce, analyse and interpret highly complex financial data and information
• Strong written communication and report writing skills
• Leadership skills: guiding, coaching, mentoring junior staff;…