Finance Officer - Acute and Community in Wolverhampton

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Finance Officer to join our Acute and Community Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the financial management of acute, community, ambulance, NHS 111 and Better Care Fund contracts. Working with finance colleagues, commissioning teams and healthcare providers, you will support budget setting, reporting, forecasting, contract monitoring and payments. You will analyse financial information, monitor budgets and variances, complete reconciliations, support business cases and provide clear information for decision-making., As a Finance Officer within the Acute and Community Finance Team, you will support the effective financial management of a wide range of healthcare services, including acute, community, ambulance and place-based contracts.,

• Supporting the preparation of monthly financial reports, forecasts and budget monitoring information.
• Undertaking financial analysis, modelling and variance investigations to support decision-making and performance management.
• Monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of healthcare contracts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Processing journals, payment schedules, invoices and reconciliations, ensuring financial transactions are accurate and compliant with relevant policies and procedures.
• Supporting the development of business cases, efficiency programmes and service improvement initiatives.
• Preparing financial information and returns for internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England requirements.
• Building effective working relationships with finance teams, commissioners, healthcare providers and external partners to resolve queries and support service delivery
• Maintaining accurate financial records and contribute to strong financial governance and control process
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities, identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting and ways of working
• You will have finance experience, strong Excel and analytical skills, and the ability to interpret and present complex information clearly. You must be organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your NHS finance career, gain experience across a diverse service portfolio and work within a supportive team. Applicants must hold a full AAT qualification, be part-qualified with a CCAB/CIMA accountancy body, or have equivalent relevant finance experience. You must demonstrate the technical knowledge and practical skills required, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull Integrated Care System bring together the NHS, councils and voluntary sector to serve 2.7 million people. Our vision is to be the healthiest place to live and work, improving life chances and reducing inequalities.