Senior Financial Operations Manager

3 weeks ago

Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) Full time

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is supported by the Department of Health and Social Care. We collaborate with the NHS, academic institutions, local authorities, various research funders, patients, and the community. The NIHR is dedicated to funding, enabling, and executing leading-edge health and social care research that enhances public health and wellbeing while fostering economic development.

Opportunity for a Senior Financial Operations Manager

Are you prepared to oversee a vibrant financial portfolio and guide a committed team towards success? Join us in a crucial role that involves managing and expanding our financial operations. NIHR is on the lookout for a proficient and dynamic Financial Operations Manager to become part of our dedicated team. This essential position entails coordinating the financial oversight of NIHR's extensive research funding portfolio.

In this capacity, you will spearhead the financial management of a varied portfolio of NIHR/DHSC awards, in addition to key projects for our distinguished clients. Lead a diverse team of 10, including 3 direct reports, to ensure seamless daily operations. You will be accountable for the GMG's budget, providing vital support for business development initiatives. Propel success by establishing and monitoring key performance indicators.

Main Responsibilities

Financial Oversight for a Comprehensive Research Portfolio of NIHR/DH and NHS England Awards

  • Accountability for the quality, accuracy, and timely completion of quarterly outturns and forecasts of expenditure for the research budgets.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues to comprehend financial reporting and monitoring requirements and to develop reporting structures and processes.
  • Ensure that appropriate systems are in place for issuing contracts and variations to contracts.
  • Implement systems and operational enhancements to continually advance the finance function.
  • Guarantee robust systems are established to review the cost information provided in research funding applications, ensuring optimal value for money for research funded by NIHR/DH and NHS England.
  • Lead finance initiatives of strategic significance to stakeholders.
  • Supervise the finance and contracts team to adhere to best practices.
  • Ensure management has access to relevant and accurate management information.

Financial Management of the GMG Budget

In this role, you will assist the Assistant Director in ensuring that the budget (£19m PA) is managed in accordance with the requirements of the LGC Divisional and Group Finance teams and stakeholders:

  • Collaborate with the LGC Divisional Finance team to ensure that an accurate P&L for GMG is produced monthly, resolving accounting issues as necessary.
  • Contribute to the Divisional reporting pack, including providing a monthly commentary on performance versus budget, and reporting performance.
  • Ensure that stakeholders are invoiced in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Prepare an annual budget and quarterly forecasts for GMG.
  • Monitor and report on variances/trends and advise leadership accordingly.
  • Provide financial support for securing new business, developing cost and pricing models.
  • Ensure management has access to relevant and accurate management information.

Cost Modelling

  • Collaborate with the business to identify cost drivers.
  • Develop a cost model to estimate expenses required for new and existing areas of the business.
  • Continuously assess the model and propose changes as necessary.
  • Support the business in utilizing the model effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Criteria

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with substantial post-qualification experience.
  • Experience in managing research finances within an NHS and/or HEI environment.
  • Strong technical application of financial accounting skills.
  • Prior experience and responsibility for divisional reporting requirements.
  • Proven experience in building strong working relationships with operational teams.
  • Experience in taking a significant role in systems implementation is advantageous.
  • Experience in creating and leading robust and sophisticated processes.
  • Expertise in financial modelling and forecasting.
  • Able to coach, develop, and empower team members.
  • Comfortable working in a demanding and evolving environment.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to establish credibility with key stakeholders.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to challenge numbers and individuals.
  • Comfortable working as an organizational lead and subject matter expert.

Salary & Benefits

£56,400 to £59,500 PA (higher for exceptional candidates)

Bonus - subject to company performance

25 days annual leave, plus public holidays (UK)

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Life Insurance

Benenden Healthcare

Season Ticket Loan

Laptop, IT equipment, and remote IT support

This is a hybrid role with an expectation for all employees to attend our offices a minimum of two to three days a week.

Application

If you are enthusiastic about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a 'Statement of Suitability' that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the 'Required Criteria' outlined in the job description. Additionally, share your enthusiasm for working with NIHR.

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