Job summary
The
Finance Business Partner will be responsible for leading improvements in the
commerciality of the organisation, making sure that all contractual
arrangements are put in place effectively, with appropriate procurement, management,
and reporting. The incumbent will also
be responsible for producing and analysing the financial performance of each service bringing
a new focus on accurate commercial performance metrics wherever MHH operates.
Main duties of the job
The
Finance Business Partner will report to the Business Operations Manager and
provide accurate financial and performance information about the operations of
the organisation, including overall monthly financial reporting with variance
analysis for presenting to the Board.
They will also actively participate in the annual budgeting process and the
preparation of costings for new service proposals.
The
post holder will be expected to work closely with Operational leads, assisting
and supporting the operational teams to deliver a better commercial
offering. They will provide analytical
support to understand the performance that each service is delivering. They will be expected to play a key role to
improve the commerciality of the contracts that MHH enters into.
About us
Mid Hampshire Healthcare (MHH) is a GP Federation created in 2014, covering the Winchester and Andover regions of Hampshire.
Our vision is to enhance the delivery of healthcare services for the 220,000+ patients within our local area and in partnership with our 18 Member Practices. We create and improve Primary Care and Community Based services across Hampshire. We always strive to deliver the highest standards of care and our services to date have all been recognised as being quality, efficient, convenient, reliable and safe
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Contractual Arrangements:
- Working with the service leads, ensure that any new contracts are commercially acceptable, delivering sufficient revenue to enable the operational teams to deliver high quality care within the funding achieved.
- Work to support the service leads to renegotiate contracts which have been struck at unprofitable levels, bringing increased revenue into the organisation.
- Ensure that relationships between the organisation and commissioners are managed to achieve an equitable relationship and that MHH provides accurate data that is required as part of the contract.
- Ensure that data provided to the Business Operations Manager and other members of the management team is as robust and accurate as possible.
Commercial Contract Management:
- Take responsibility for all significant commercial contracts for MHH.
- Review the appropriateness of existing commercial contracts and where possible re-negotiate and re contract to ensure that the terms and deliverables are fit for purpose.
- Deliver cost savings from renegotiation of contracts or through the procurement of new and alternative suppliers.
- Ensure that contractual arrangements are documented appropriately and that contractual relationships are fair and reflective of the needs of the business.
Finance:
Prepare monthly financial reporting including variance analysis and actions for improvement.
Maintain integrity over general ledger transactions to ensure correct recording and treatment.
Support the Business Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and regular forecasts
Implement controls over all financial transactions
Planning:
- Support the Business Operations Manager to ensure that the operational plans reflect the direction set by the MHH Board and are robust and consistent across the organisation.
- Support the Business Operations Manager with regular performance meetings with service leads to review performance against budget and produce rectifying actions if performance dips below that required.
General:
- Produce regular progress reports for the Business Operations Manager and MHH Board as required.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of internal policies, practices and procedures as appropriate.
- Develop a detailed understanding of the organisation and adopt a pro-active approach to problem solving and anticipating and evaluating information needs. Build working relations with all departments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Service Contractual Arrangements:
- Working with the service leads, ensure that any new contracts are commercially acceptable, delivering sufficient revenue to enable the operational teams to deliver high quality care within the funding achieved.
- Work to support the service leads to renegotiate contracts which have been struck at unprofitable levels, bringing increased revenue into the organisation.
- Ensure that relationships between the organisation and commissioners are managed to achieve an equitable relationship and that MHH provides accurate data that is required as part of the contract.
- Ensure that data provided to the Business Operations Manager and other members of the management team is as robust and accurate as possible.
Commercial Contract Management:
- Take responsibility for all significant commercial contracts for MHH.
- Review the appropriateness of existing commercial contracts and where possible re-negotiate and re contract to ensure that the terms and deliverables are fit for purpose.
- Deliver cost savings from renegotiation of contracts or through the procurement of new and alternative suppliers.
- Ensure that contractual arrangements are documented appropriately and that contractual relationships are fair and reflective of the needs of the business.
Finance:
Prepare monthly financial reporting including variance analysis and actions for improvement.
Maintain integrity over general ledger transactions to ensure correct recording and treatment.
Support the Business Operations Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and regular forecasts
Implement controls over all financial transactions
Planning:
- Support the Business Operations Manager to ensure that the operational plans reflect the direction set by the MHH Board and are robust and consistent across the organisation.
- Support the Business Operations Manager with regular performance meetings with service leads to review performance against budget and produce rectifying actions if performance dips below that required.
General:
- Produce regular progress reports for the Business Operations Manager and MHH Board as required.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of internal policies, practices and procedures as appropriate.
- Develop a detailed understanding of the organisation and adopt a pro-active approach to problem solving and anticipating and evaluating information needs. Build working relations with all departments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Part or qualified Accountant
- Commercial experience
Desirable
- Healthcare experience; Primary Care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Part or qualified Accountant
- Commercial experience
Desirable
- Healthcare experience; Primary Care.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
