Associate Director of Finance - Business Support Services
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Ascot, SL5 7GBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£96,626 to £111,084
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
25 October 2026
5 days leftJob description
This is a senior leadership role within the Finance Directorate, providing strategic and operational financial leadership to support the delivery of t...
The post holder will provide strategic financial leadership to ensure the Trust delivers robust financial plans, strong financial performance and effective governance. They will lead the annual financial planning cycle, financial forecasting and performance reporting, supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.
The role will provide expert financial advice on major service developments, transformation programmes, capital investments and business cases, ensuring proposals are financially sustainable and deliver value for money. It will also lead the Business Support Department, ensuring resources are effectively deployed and finance services continually improve to meet organisational needs.
Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England, Integrated Care Boards and partner organisations, the post holder will support the delivery of Trust and system priorities while promoting innovation, efficiency and the effective use of digital and AI-enabled solutions.
A comprehensive and detailed job description can be found in the attached JD and Person Specification
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join UsWhether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
Experince
Essential
- Significant senior financial leadership experience within a large, complex NHS organisation or equivalent public sector environment.
- Extensive experience leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting and financial governance functions.
- Proven track record of delivering financial sustainability, efficiency programmes and service transformation initiatives.
- Experience of providing expert financial advice to Executive Directors, Boards and senior leadership teams.
- Significant experience of managing financial risks and ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory and NHS financial requirements.
Desirable: - Demonstrable experience of influencing strategic decision-making through the provision of robust financial analysis and business cases.
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB qualified with a minimum of 5 years post qualified experience (QBE will be allowed for acting and seconded roles only)
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
- Higher education to degree level
Desirable: - An appropriate management qualification (DMS/MBA)
Leadership and Behavioural Attributes
Essential
- Influences and negotiates effectively at Board, Executive and system level to achieve organisational objectives.
- Demonstrates visible, values-based leadership and a commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.
- Influences and negotiates effectively at Board, Executive and system level to achieve organisational objectives.
- Promotes innovation and continuous improvement, challenging existing practices where appropriate to improve performance.
Desirable: - Highly self-aware, acts with integrity and demonstrates personal accountability for delivering results.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
8 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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