Deputy Head of Financial Services

This role presents an excellent opportunity to join an internationally renowned, specialist hospital and become an integral part of the finance team. The Deputy Head of Financial Services is a senior member of the Finance team and is directly responsible for the management and performance of the Financial Services department.
As a highly motivated qualified accountant with significant experience, the post holder will work as part of a supportive, dynamic and efficient team. They will promote a positive finance staff development culture and ensure compliance with national and Trust strategies.
Using their professional accounting knowledge, they will ensure technical and statutory accounting support and advice is provided to Finance Services and Trust staff.
Comfortable interpreting complex information, data and guidance, the post holder will embed key deliverables within the team and continue to improve upon the supportive and approachable culture already within the Financial Services team.
As previously mentioned, this role is an integral part of the finance team and whilst there is flexibility and a mature approach to work, there will be an on-site presence expected of 3 days a week. You might also be expected to deputise for the Head of Financial Services in their absence, so the role will provide you with great exposure and represents an excellent opportunity for growth.
The post holder will use professional skills and experience to manage and support the Financial Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash, Capital, Control and Charity functions and their team to deliver objectives.
The post holder will be required to collate the monthly board and committees reporting packs together with monthly external reporting requirements including liaising with NHS Improvement, the Department of Health and other agencies as appropriate.
Experience in the preparation of accurate Statutory Annual Accounts (including Charitable Funds) and detailed working papers to the timetable laid down by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
The post holder will liaise with the Trusts VAT advisor's, ensuring VAT is recovered efficiently and that claims are submitted to HMRC within their deadlines. Ensure staff are fully updated and aware of the current VAT guidelines.
They will support and facilitate internal and external audits and ensure compliance with any recommendations.
Using experience already gained in a similar role they will support in the delivery of key targets across the Financial Services function. Including working closer with their counter part in financial Management to ensure a collaborative approach to tasks.
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of advice and information, interpretation of policy, implementation of changes and the management of all aspects of the Trust's Financial Services function.
**Please note the interview date is 18 December 2024**
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
The Trust supports staff well being and encourages learning and development. Communication is good within the Trust with regular updates on what is going on with the Trust. We have monthly well being meetings and 1:1's along with annual appraisals including your own personal development plan
Main duties and responsibilities
Manage and provide effective leadership to all areas i.e. monthly reporting, technical accounting, treasury management (accounts receivable and cash management), accounts payable, capital and charity. Promote a positive finance staff development culture and ensure compliance with national and Trust strategies.
Plan and organise services within financial services to ensure effective services are delivered and ensure value for money is obtained.
Formulate plans to respond to changes in services and/or financial regime that may impact on the department and Trust (or other organisations where a service is provided). Support and advise the Head of Financial Services and Director of Finance where appropriate.
Ensure existing Trust and national policies are implemented ef