Interim Head of Finance

5 months ago

Poole, United Kingdom Health Services Safety Investigations Body Full time

We are looking to appoint an Interim Head of Finance on a 9 month fixed term contract, based at home with some travel to in-person meetings approximately twice per month.

As a key member of the senior leadership team and an executive member of the Board, you must have strong personal and professional values aligned to our vision and mission, and be strongly committed to the equality, diversity and inclusion agenda.

We are looking for a dynamic, flexible and experienced senior finance leader who will lead on all aspects of operational and strategic finance, representing the best interests of the HSSIB across the health services sector, acting in accordance with accounting and financial best practice and government guidance.

The postholder will provide advice and support on all aspects of financial and management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and taxation issues. The role will present monthly financial results to Board and other key stakeholders, and will manage the month and year end processes, liaising with Government departments. Preparing financial, management, statutory accounts (ARA), monitoring performance and risk.

You will attend and present papers to Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee and the Remuneration Committee meetings and liaise with Board members.

This is an exciting time to be joining us as we enter into our second year in October and aim to consolidate learning and experience from our first year.

Job Summary/Purpose

The Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch (HSIB) was formed in 2017 to improve patient safety across the healthcare sector by carrying out expert investigations to determine causes of accidents and serious incidents, and to make safety recommendations intended to prevent recurrence and improve safety.

A member of the Senior Leadership Team and Board the postholder will act as a senior leader within the organization, and to model outstanding leadership behaviours.

The post holder will lead on all aspects of operational and strategic finance for HSSIB, working closely with external bodies including DHSC and other ALBs and regulators, and colleagues. The post holder will represent the best interests of the HSSIB across the health services sector and act in accordance with the Government guidance on Managing Public Money and the framework agreement with the DHSC.

The post holder will provide operational and strategic advice and support to our teams in all aspects of financial planning, budget management, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reporting.

Our people

In order to be successful in our goal of providing professional, high quality healthcare safety investigations and education to the system we understand our people are at the heart of this. The HSSIB is building a culture that is positive, compassionate, and inclusive - and we all have our part to play.

As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Talk to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that’s a job share, part time, hybrid working or another flexible pattern. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We strive to ensure our people feel trusted, valued and empowered. We’re passionate about nurturing and developing people.

Job role and duties

Provide day to day operational advice and support to SLT and senior colleagues on financial, budgeting, forecasting and taxation issues.

Lead and present monthly financial results for internal and external scrutiny including, to the DHSC

Monitor and manage financial controls and procedures.

Maintain an oversight of the monthly Payroll and reconciliation with the HR system, and liaise as necessary with the external Payroll provider.

If appropriate, to be responsible for managing the year end process, audit, liaising with external auditors ensuring Annual Reports and Accounts (ARA) are prepared and submitted in accordance with external requirements.

Liaise with internal and external auditors including HMRC ensuring all recommendations from audit processes are implemented as required.

Provide advice and guidance to SLT and teams across the organisation to ensure business cases are robust and are in accordance with Government guidance on managing public money, and provide financial scrutiny and approvals.

Manage VAT and other statutory returns

Prepare and present monthly management accounts for SLT and Board scrutiny

Be responsible for managing the HSSIB’s cashflow and capital requirements

Set and manage the appropriate financial controls ensuring monitoring and control activities and performance targets are on track.

Manage financial risks ensuring they are appro

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