Deputy Chief Finance Officer

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic finance leader to join the Trust as Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO). This is a key senior leadership role within the Finance Directorate, supporting the Chief Finance Officer in the strategic and operational leadership of the Trust’s financial function. The postholder will play a central role in ensuring the Trust’s financial sustainability, robust governance and compliance, while providing expert financial and business advice at Board and system level.

You will be a credible, confident and values‑led finance professional with substantial senior leadership experience in a complex organisation, ideally within the NHS or wider public sector.

• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in senior financial management and leadership.
• Strong knowledge of NHS financial governance, statutory reporting and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to analyse, interpret and communicate highly complex financial information.
• Excellent leadership, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.

• A senior leadership role with significant influence on organisational strategy and patient care.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Flexible and hybrid working options where operationally appropriate.
• A supportive, inclusive and values‑driven working environment.

• Be responsible for the overall management and performance of the Financial Support Services, ensuring a high‑quality, professional and responsive service to the Trust.
• Ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, integrity and business focus of financial systems and processes, driving continuous improvement and best practice.
• Advise on the construction, delivery and monitoring of the Trust’s financial strategy, supporting long‑term financial sustainability and alignment with organisational priorities.
• Ensure all statutory and regulatory financial returns represent a true and fair view of the Trust’s financial position and performance, meeting all financial timescales and legal requirements, and interpreting regulatory requirements where necessary.
• Advise on highly complex and multi‑faceted financial issues, including the development and appraisal of business cases, and lead on corporate financial reporting.
• Provide strategic financial and business advice to the Board, Executive Team and senior leaders, supporting informed decision‑making across the organisation.
• Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer as required and represent the Trust at system and external forums.

• Significant experience as an NHS Accountant.
• Experience of working at a senior level within a large multidisciplinary complex organisation.
• Experience of senior leadership across a range of service relevant to the portfolio.
• Experience of developing and implementing financial planning and strategy including improvement programmes.
• Previous advanced experience of staff training and development and performance management.
• Experience in high profile, challenging role with an ability to manage conflict priorities.
• CCAB Qualified (Fellow member).
• Evidence of current and relevant CPD.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.