Contract Finance Manager

Contract Finance Lead Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Contract Finance Lead to join our dedicated finance team within the NHS. In this critical role, you will ensure effective financial management of key contracts, supporting the organisation in delivering excellent healthcare services. You will take ownership of the financial oversight of significant contracts, ensuring they deliver value for money while adhering to NHS financial policies. If you have substantial experience in financial management within the NHS, then we want to hear from you. Role Scope: Full-Time Hours: This is a full-time position with a standard workweek of 37.5 hours. Fixed Term Position: Join our team on a fixed term basis for 6 months. Remote Work Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of a remote work schedule. What you’ll gain: Here at our organisation, we’re all about valuing your hard work and commitment: Competitive Salaries: Enjoy a salary ranging from £53,755 – £60,504 (8a) per annum, pro-rata, dependant on your experience and the number of years you have worked in the NHS. Cutting-Edge Technology: Access the latest and most advanced technologies, empowering you to stay at the forefront of your field. Inclusive Work Environment: Here, your growth and creativity are encouraged at every turn. We’re committed to celebrating diversity and ensuring inclusivity, where every voice matters and contributes to our collective success. Key Responsibilities: Lead on financial management for specific contracts, including budgeting, forecasting & reporting. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to align financial plans with organisational goals. Provision of contract performance reporting, including key performance issues and risks. Provide effective interpretation, trend analysis and comparative information. Offer expert financial guidance to support contract negotiations and agreement process, including contract terms, payment mechanism and performance measures. Ensure robust financial governance and compliance with NHS regulations. Identify and implement cost improvement opportunities to drive efficiency. About you: Educated to a master’s level or demonstrating equivalent experience in a healthcare or related field. Evidence of continuing professional development. Extensive experience of working within financial management, gained within the NHS. Have played a key part in managing financial contracts and have a solid understanding of national tariffs. Experience of successful planning and negotiation of large healthcare contracts. Experience of contract management across multiple contracts. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data to inform strategic decisions. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. A solid understanding of the health and social care landscape. Next Steps: We value independent thinking and risk-taking. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas. Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment. Visit our website at www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk to learn more about who we are and apply. Note: We are not sponsoring this position, so applicants must be UK residents. At Arden & GEM CSU, we strive to make the application process as easy and accessible as possible. While many of our roles are advertised on NHS Jobs, we also use LinkedIn for some positions, where you can submit your CV directly. Whether you choose to apply through NHS Jobs or LinkedIn, we’re embracing flexible options to connect with the best talent.