At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance team and manage financial planning for our hospice.
- Company: Join Tapping House, a compassionate hospice dedicated to excellent end-of-life care.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a modern environment with beautiful grounds and an onsite café.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while leading a passionate finance team.
- Qualifications: Significant finance management experience; qualified accountant preferred.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 55000 £ per year.
Please also note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
Salary - 50,000 - 55,000 pa (depending on experience)
Hours - 37.5 hours per week
Holiday - 25 days (increasing to 27 after 5 years and 31 after 9 years) plus 8 bank holidays
To work with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Trustees to deliver the strategic aims of the Hospice, leading the finance team in delivering and progressing their services to the Hospice.
Main Responsibilities
- Financial Management and Reporting
- Investment and Cash Management
- Governance, Risk and Compliance
- Leadership and Management
- Strategic Vision and Planning
- Highest Standards of Service Delivery
- Professional Development, Education & Training
- General
- Information Security, Confidentiality, and Records Management
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Essential: Significant experience in a Finance Management role.
- Desirable: Qualified Accountant with at least 3 years Post Qualification.
Skills & Knowledge
- Essential: Analytical mind-set with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis, budgeting and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of financial systems and proficient in relevant software applications.
- Advanced IT Skills with the ability to use Microsoft packages to manipulate and present data in easy-to-read formats.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Charity accountancy regulations and requirements for audit.
Experience
- Essential: Proven experience in finance management, with a focus on process improvement and financial analysis.
- Experience of preparing budgets and final accounts within a framework of recognised and contemporary accounting standards.
- Experience in managing payroll.
- Desirable: Experience of working within the Charity, Not for profit, Hospice or Health and Social Care Sector.
- Experience of presenting and explaining complex financial data at Committee/Board meetings to Directors/Trustees.
Knowledge
- Essential: Ability to interpret and present complex statistical information to a range of audiences.
- Ability to proactively seek solutions to issues and challenges faced.
- Engage stakeholders and communicate complex concepts clearly and in easy-to-understand ways.
Attributes
- Essential: Results driven with a commitment to making a positive impact on our community.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Thorough and focused with a high level of attention to detail.
- Initiative - Proactive nature and willingness to find solutions and take initiative in seeking opportunities to contribute.
- Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically to ensure that the needs of the service are being met.
Head of Finance in Norwich employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
