Finance Manager

Job summary A Band 7 opportunity is now available within the Specialised Commissioning Finance team based in one of the East of England regional offices. This post is offered as a fixed term contract or secondment for up to 18 months from start date. The East of England Region is an inclusive employer and wants to attract applications from diverse backgrounds, we are jointly committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients. Main duties of the job Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Support the delivery of timely and accurate reporting of financial performance across the East Region and NHSE. Support in the provision of high quality financial information, advice and support to the wider specialised commissioning team, 6 regional ICBs and NHSE. Support month-end close down process according to agreed timescales. Support the development and monitoring of provider contracts for the agreed areas of responsibility. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside Business Intelligence, Pharmacy, Commissioning and Contract managers to support provider contracts and service development. Support the team's role in the annual financial planning process. Support the appraisals of business cases including provision of financial information for the development of business cases and bid For further information on the responsibilities and scope of the role and the person specification, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document. About us The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by: Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities. Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential. Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation Delivering value for money. If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person. Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website. Job description Job responsibilities As a Finance Manager, the post holder will work within the Specialised Commissioning Finance team in NHS England East region and in 2025/26 within a centralised hub hosted by Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes ICB (BLMK). The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting internal and external stakeholders across the 6 ICBs within the East region and NHS England to: Deliver an effective service supporting managers and staff across the systems to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe services in line with local and national policy objectives. Support the team to develop and deliver effective financial plans for all aspects of specialised services which support overall delivery of national and local priorities and work within available funding to support specialised commissioning. Undertake financial and information analysis across a range of services, including and not limited to, budget setting and monitoring, reconciliations and activity and cost analysis. Support on financial and information analysis across a range of services, including, but not limited to, budget setting and contract monitoring, and activity and cost analysis. Support the delivery of the management accounts function within the remit of the post. Support the provision of a regular financial position, forecast and risks assessments within the remit of the post. Support the provision of accurate monthly provider payments schedules to the ICBs and NHSE. Support the monitoring of provider contracts within the remit Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential AAT qualified / part qualified CCAB or CIMA Desirable Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience of monitoring budgets and business planning processes Evidence of continued professional development Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence to Budget holder Knowledge of Financial Systems contract monitoring, budget management, processing invoices and procurement Desirable Demonstrated experience in a Healthcare environment Skills & Capabilities Essential Ability to communicate complex financial and other data to all disciplines Clear communicator with excellent written and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately to a diverse and varied range of audiences consisting of internal and external stakeholders Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills Values & Behaviours Essential Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do Actively develops themselves and supports others to do the same Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Equality & Diversity Essential Values diversity and difference operates with integrity and openness Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships