Job summaryThe Salisbury Finance Team is delighted to invite applications for the key leadership role of Head of Financial Services.This pivotal role is instrumental in the delivery of the statutory Annual Accounts, Charitable Accounts and Annual Report. You will also develop and maintain key relationships with our internal and external auditors, ensuring that appropriate financial controls and monitoring arrangements are in place.We are entering an exciting period for the Trust as a key partner within the new BSW Hospitals Group. The postholder will have a fantastic opportunity to play an instrumental role in shaping and influencing how Financial Services operates in the future, helping to drive development, collaboration and continuous improvement.We welcome applications from candidates across all sectors who have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements of the role. Knowledge of NHS finances would be considered highly desirable.Most importantly, we're looking for an inclusive and collaborative leader who demonstrates a leadership style aligned with our Trust's values and brings the drive and enthusiasm to promote a culture of improvement within the team.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will lead the provision of an efficient, effective and high quality professional and well co-ordinated financial services team capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory and NHS requirements. The role is designed to build a combination of subject matter expertise and technical skills to develop a strong service delivery. Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.About usSalisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is part of the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Hospitals Group, alongside Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Together, we are committed to delivering outstanding, sustainable healthcare through collaboration, innovation and excellent patient care.With a history spanning more than 250 years, SFT combines a proud heritage with a forward-looking approach to healthcare. We employ more than 4,000 staff, provide around 470 beds and deliver acute, specialist and regional services across Wiltshire and beyond.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where colleagues feel valued, developed and empowered to reach their potential. Flexible working helps colleagues balance work and personal commitments while meeting the needs of patients.We offer NHS benefits including the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, staff discounts and onsite facilities.Salisbury offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a historic city with beautiful countryside, access to the south coast and excellent transport links. Find out more at Experience Salisbury.DetailsDate posted20 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8cSalary 79,504 to 91,609 a year per annum pro rata if part time ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number269-SFT10023Job locationsSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustOdstock RoadSalisburySP2 8BJUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.Person Specification Education and experience EssentialCCAB Qualified accountantEvidence of continuing professional developmentSignificant senior leadership experience in public sector organisationExperience of financial modelling and scenario planningDesirableExperience writing Board or Exec level reports Education and experience EssentialKnowledge of NHS financial planning frameworks and regulatory requirementsUnderstanding of financial governance and assurance requirementsUnderstanding of productivity and efficiency programmes within healthcareProven experience of business partnering with senior stakeholdersAbility to translate complex financial data into clear strategic insightStrong stakeholder engagement and influencing skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsExperience managing and developing finance staffStrategic thinking and ability to see the bigger organisational pictureDesirableExperience working in a multi-organisation or group finance modelExperience supporting organisational transformation or service redesign Person Specification Education and experience EssentialCCAB Qualified accountantEvidence of continuing professional developmentSignificant senior leadership experience in public sector organisationExperience of financial modelling and scenario planningDesirableExperience writing Board or Exec level reports Education and experience EssentialKnowledge of NHS financial planning frameworks and regulatory requirementsUnderstanding of financial governance and assurance requirementsUnderstanding of productivity and efficiency programmes within healthcareProven experience of business partnering with senior stakeholdersAbility to translate complex financial data into clear strategic insightStrong stakeholder engagement and influencing skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsExperience managing and developing finance staffStrategic thinking and ability to see the bigger organisational pictureDesirableExperience working in a multi-organisation or group finance modelExperience supporting organisational transformation or service redesignDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustAddressSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustOdstock RoadSalisburySP2 8BJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustAddressSalisbury NHS Foundation TrustOdstock RoadSalisburySP2 8BJUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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