Job summary
St Elizabeth Hospice is an independent charity and hospice, which improves life for people in the East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney areas living with a progressive or life-limiting illness.
We are seeking a
Finance Manager to provide robust financial management information to support
effective decision making, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and
external requirements.
Reporting to the Associate Director of
Business Services, this pivotal role will oversee the production of accurate
and timely management accounts, budgets and financial reports and contribute to
the development and maintenance of robust financial systems and procedures. The
Finance Manager will act as a key point of contact for operational finance
matters and support the Associate Director of Business Services in the delivery
of the financial strategy.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a qualified accountant, with relevant
experience in the charity sector to join our team as the Finance Manager. You
will need strong knowledge of financial governance frameworks, policies and
regulatory compliance requirements.
To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate experience
in inspiring high-performing teams and building and maintaining strong
relationships with key stakeholders
If you have a passion for driving excellence through
robust evidence-based decisions, and for making a difference, we invite you to
apply for this exciting opportunity.
Interviews:
1st April 2025
About us
Established in 1989, the hospice has
built a reputation for delivering high-level care to patients and the community
it serves. Through medicine and therapy, they ease pain; give life purpose and
make life liveable. Last year the charity supported over 4,000 patients and
their families.
The hospices work is centred on the
individual's needs and they provide specialist support wherever it is needed;
whether that is in the home, another setting in the community, in hospital or
in the hospice itself. Support is provided to patients and their families via
the In-Patient Unit, the Community Care Unit including outpatients clinics,
home visits from the community nursing, medical or therapy team, the OneCall
24 7 telephone helpline and bereavement support.
In 2023, St Elizabeth Hospice merged
with East Coast Hospice to form a collaborative approach to developing
achievable and sustainable specialist palliative care services for people
living in the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area.
In addition
to being part of a wonderful local charity and a friendly and collaborative
team, the hospice offers a rewarding benefits package, including:
Generous
holiday allowance
Life Cover
Access to
our Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility
for a Blue Light Card (offering a wide range of discounts)
Pension
scheme
Car Leasing
Scheme
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
SUMMARY
The Finance Manager will provide robust financial
management information to support effective decision making at St Elizabeth
Hospice, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and external requirements.
This role will oversee the production of accurate and timely management
accounts, budgets, and financial reports, and contribute to the development and
maintenance of robust financial systems and procedures. The Finance Manager
will act as a key point of contact for operational finance matters and support
the Associate Director of Business Services in the delivery of the financial
strategy.
KEY
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Oversee the production of timely and accurate
management accounts, financial reports, and statutory accounts, providing clear
analysis and insights.
Maintain
robust internal financial controls and ensure adherence to all relevant
financial regulations and standards.
Monitor
and manage cash flow, ensuring optimal liquidity and effective cash management
strategies.
Oversee
the effective operation and maintenance of financial systems, driving
continuous improvement and efficiency.
Continual
review of financial processes and procedures, to identify and implement
improvements enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Act
as a key point of contact for operational finance matters, providing expert
advice and support to all departments.
Support
in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports for Trustee Committees,
including the Finance & Investment Committee, ensuring clear communication
of financial performance, risks, and strategic insights.
Collaborate
closely with the Associate Director of Business Services, providing financial
expertise and analysis to support strategic planning, programme development,
and business decision-making.
Identify
and mitigate financial risks, ensuring the organisation's financial stability.
Provide
effective line management and support to the Management Accountant and
Procurement Advisor, fostering a high-performing team.
GENERAL
Where you are a member of a professional body you are
required to conform to the professional standards set by that body. You are
required to ensure your registration is current and practice continuous
professional development;
Because of the special nature of the hospice and its
work the post holder may on occasion be asked to undertake other duties to help
maintain our high standard of care; to uphold the hospice values at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
SUMMARY
The Finance Manager will provide robust financial
management information to support effective decision making at St Elizabeth
Hospice, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and external requirements.
This role will oversee the production of accurate and timely management
accounts, budgets, and financial reports, and contribute to the development and
maintenance of robust financial systems and procedures. The Finance Manager
will act as a key point of contact for operational finance matters and support
the Associate Director of Business Services in the delivery of the financial
strategy.
KEY
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Oversee the production of timely and accurate
management accounts, financial reports, and statutory accounts, providing clear
analysis and insights.
Maintain
robust internal financial controls and ensure adherence to all relevant
financial regulations and standards.
Monitor
and manage cash flow, ensuring optimal liquidity and effective cash management
strategies.
Oversee
the effective operation and maintenance of financial systems, driving
continuous improvement and efficiency.
Continual
review of financial processes and procedures, to identify and implement
improvements enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Act
as a key point of contact for operational finance matters, providing expert
advice and support to all departments.
Support
in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports for Trustee Committees,
including the Finance & Investment Committee, ensuring clear communication
of financial performance, risks, and strategic insights.
Collaborate
closely with the Associate Director of Business Services, providing financial
expertise and analysis to support strategic planning, programme development,
and business decision-making.
Identify
and mitigate financial risks, ensuring the organisation's financial stability.
Provide
effective line management and support to the Management Accountant and
Procurement Advisor, fostering a high-performing team.
GENERAL
Where you are a member of a professional body you are
required to conform to the professional standards set by that body. You are
required to ensure your registration is current and practice continuous
professional development;
Because of the special nature of the hospice and its
work the post holder may on occasion be asked to undertake other duties to help
maintain our high standard of care; to uphold the hospice values at all times.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Strong knowledge of financial governance frameworks and policies.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., financial reporting, data protection etc.).
- Passion for driving excellence through robust evidence-based decisions.
- Experience in inspiring high-performing teams.
- Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Experience managing budgets and financial resources effectively.
Desirable
- Experience a hospice or health care setting.
- A strong understanding of the healthcare landscape and the challenges faced by hospices.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Strong ethical principles and values.
- Ability to delegate effectively and develop others.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- A collaborative and team orientated approach.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Ability to inspire and motivate at all levels.
- Shows empathy and compassion for others.
- A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Embraces innovation and change.
Desirable
- A passion for working in the hospice sector.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong people management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
- Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- A continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience in change management and process improvement.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in using other relevant software applications.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Accountant, with relevant experience in the Charity sector.
- Current registration with a relevant professional body.
- Experience of producing Statutory Accounts for a charity and up to date knowledge of charity SORP.
Desirable
- Experience working in a health care setting.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Strong knowledge of financial governance frameworks and policies.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., financial reporting, data protection etc.).
- Passion for driving excellence through robust evidence-based decisions.
- Experience in inspiring high-performing teams.
- Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Experience managing budgets and financial resources effectively.
Desirable
- Experience a hospice or health care setting.
- A strong understanding of the healthcare landscape and the challenges faced by hospices.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Strong ethical principles and values.
- Ability to delegate effectively and develop others.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- A collaborative and team orientated approach.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Ability to inspire and motivate at all levels.
- Shows empathy and compassion for others.
- A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Embraces innovation and change.
Desirable
- A passion for working in the hospice sector.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong people management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
- Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- A continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience in change management and process improvement.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in using other relevant software applications.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Accountant, with relevant experience in the Charity sector.
- Current registration with a relevant professional body.
- Experience of producing Statutory Accounts for a charity and up to date knowledge of charity SORP.
Desirable
- Experience working in a health care setting.
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.
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 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
