Job summary
Interview Date: W/C 16th February 2026
We are seeking an experienced and
motivated Senior Finance Business Partner to join the Finance Team at Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a senior leadership role within
the Finance Team, providing high-quality financial leadership and support to a
Clinical Business Unit (CBU). You will act as a trusted advisor to senior
clinical and operational leaders, supporting strategic decision-making,
financial planning, performance management and the delivery of sustainable
financial performance.
Working in a complex and fast-paced
environment, you will lead on financial reporting, forecasting, business
planning, investment appraisal and cost improvement programmes. You will
collaborate closely with clinicians, operational managers, information analysts
and colleagues across the Finance function to ensure resources are used
effectively to support high-quality patient care.
This role is ideal for a CCAB-qualified
finance professional with strong business partnering experience, excellent
communication skills and the confidence to influence at senior level. In
return, we offer the opportunity to work as part of a supportive, forward-thinking
Finance team, playing a key role in shaping the Trusts financial
sustainability and strategic direction.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Finance
Business Partner is responsible for leading the financial management and
performance reporting for an assigned Clinical Business Unit. The post holder
will provide expert financial advice, analysis and insight to support
operational and strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities
include leading the development of financial plans, budgets and forecasts;
monitoring income and expenditure; identifying risks and opportunities; and
supporting the delivery of cost improvement programmes. The role involves
interpreting complex financial and operational data and presenting clear,
meaningful information to senior clinical and non-finance colleagues.
The post holder will
contribute to business planning, investment appraisal, service redesign and the
development of business cases, ensuring compliance with financial governance
and regulatory requirements. They will work closely with Information Analysts
to ensure performance information is accurate, timely and fit for purpose.
As a senior member
of the Finance team, the post holder will provide professional leadership,
support the development of finance staff, promote continuous improvement and
contribute to the overall effectiveness and strategic direction of the Finance
function.
About us
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated
Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress
in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the
best Place to Work
We scored best
in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate
leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also
scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to
each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of
the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future
and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never
been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we
can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley
Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity
and fair treatment to all applicants
For
individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health
& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert
to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no
longer eligible for sponsorship
The
cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only
be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
We reserve the right to close positions early
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description forSenior Finance Business Partner
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description forSenior Finance Business Partner
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent technical accountancy skills, in depth specialist knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
- Advanced MS Excel / Word skills and experience with integrated finance systems
- Ability to provide insight, influence decisions, and interpret complex financial and operational data
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Confident and persuasive verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information to non finance colleagues
- Ability to produce, analyse and interpret highly complex financial data and information
- Strong written communication and report writing skills
- Leadership skills: guiding, coaching, mentoring junior staff; promoting best practice and continuous improvement
- Staff management: setting objectives, Personal Development Plans, Performance Appraisal
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior finance/business partnering experience, including costing analysis, financial modelling, and developing actionable insights to support operational and strategic decision-making
- Extensive post qualification experience in a complex or highly pressurised environment
- Experience in presenting complex financial information and insight to non finance staff.
- Experience in developing robust income and Expenditure forecasts and supporting financial decision making
- Supporting service redesign, cost improvement programmes and investment appraisal
Desirable
- Private Sector or large Business Unit finance role
- Evidence of developing quality assurance systems / processes
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of financial and management accounting underpinned by theory and experience
- Knowledge of legislation and accounting procedures which impact on financial and management accounts
- Ability to read, digest and interpret highly complex documents including National legislation, Department of Health policies, guidance and agreements
- Ability to learn new information, procedures and processes in a limited time period e.g. familiarise oneself with a complex protocol in order to be able to accurately cost a clinical service
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality requirements and financial governance
- Awareness of Health and Safety requirements.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the NHS National Agenda
Qualifications
Essential
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe a time when you have worked collaboratively with a non-finance colleagues to influence decision-making. What approach did you take, and how did you ensure relationships were built on trust, respect and shared objectives.
- In around 100 words please describe a situation where you successfully built and maintained a positive working relationship with a colleague or stakeholder from a different team or professional background. What actions did you take to understand their perspective, foster trust, and ensure effective collaboration. What was the outcome, and how did this relationship contribute to achieving a shared goal.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and manage frequent interruptions
- Resilient, assertive, and proactive
- Collaborative, able to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders
- Demonstrates strategic thinking and business awareness
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Other Factors
Essential
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the Finance team and wider Trust
- Awareness of the need for accurate data entry and high-quality financial information
Desirable
- Willingness to work across different teams and sites as required
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent technical accountancy skills, in depth specialist knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
- Advanced MS Excel / Word skills and experience with integrated finance systems
- Ability to provide insight, influence decisions, and interpret complex financial and operational data
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Confident and persuasive verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information to non finance colleagues
- Ability to produce, analyse and interpret highly complex financial data and information
- Strong written communication and report writing skills
- Leadership skills: guiding, coaching, mentoring junior staff; promoting best practice and continuous improvement
- Staff management: setting objectives, Personal Development Plans, Performance Appraisal
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior finance/business partnering experience, including costing analysis, financial modelling, and developing actionable insights to support operational and strategic decision-making
- Extensive post qualification experience in a complex or highly pressurised environment
- Experience in presenting complex financial information and insight to non finance staff.
- Experience in developing robust income and Expenditure forecasts and supporting financial decision making
- Supporting service redesign, cost improvement programmes and investment appraisal
Desirable
- Private Sector or large Business Unit finance role
- Evidence of developing quality assurance systems / processes
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of financial and management accounting underpinned by theory and experience
- Knowledge of legislation and accounting procedures which impact on financial and management accounts
- Ability to read, digest and interpret highly complex documents including National legislation, Department of Health policies, guidance and agreements
- Ability to learn new information, procedures and processes in a limited time period e.g. familiarise oneself with a complex protocol in order to be able to accurately cost a clinical service
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality requirements and financial governance
- Awareness of Health and Safety requirements.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the NHS National Agenda
Qualifications
Essential
Trust Values
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words please describe a time when you have worked collaboratively with a non-finance colleagues to influence decision-making. What approach did you take, and how did you ensure relationships were built on trust, respect and shared objectives.
- In around 100 words please describe a situation where you successfully built and maintained a positive working relationship with a colleague or stakeholder from a different team or professional background. What actions did you take to understand their perspective, foster trust, and ensure effective collaboration. What was the outcome, and how did this relationship contribute to achieving a shared goal.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and manage frequent interruptions
- Resilient, assertive, and proactive
- Collaborative, able to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders
- Demonstrates strategic thinking and business awareness
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Other Factors
Essential
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the Finance team and wider Trust
- Awareness of the need for accurate data entry and high-quality financial information
Desirable
- Willingness to work across different teams and sites as required
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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