Interim Band 8A Finance Business Partner

Interim Band 8A Finance Business Partner

NHS Organisation

Ideally on-site (flexible / remote considered for the right candidate)

3 months initially (strong likelihood of extension)

We are partnering with an NHS organisation to appoint an experienced Band 8A Finance professional to support operational finance leadership within a busy NHS Trust. This is a key interim role, providing strategic financial insight, reporting and business partnering to senior stakeholders during a period of increased demand.

Key Responsibilities

Provide proactive financial advice and analysis to senior managers and operational teams

Lead on the production of monthly financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis

Support budget setting processes, monitoring and financial planning across services

Work with budget holders to challenge spend, identify efficiencies and deliver CIP targets

Develop and present business cases and investment appraisals to support decision making

Provide financial input into contracting, commissioning and service delivery changes

Analyse complex financial data to assess risks, trends and performance

Build strong relationships with clinical and non-financial stakeholders, influencing decision making

Support and lead elements of the finance team, including mentoring and workload management

Ensure compliance with NHS financial frameworks, policy and reporting requirements

Essential Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)

Significant experience in a senior NHS finance role (Band 7/8a level or above)

Strong knowledge of NHS financial frameworks, reporting and budgeting processes

Proven experience in business partnering and influencing senior stakeholders

Experience producing robust financial reports, forecasts and business cases

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information

Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance audiences

If you are an experienced Band 8A Finance professional looking for your next interim NHS opportunity, we would love to hear from you.