East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Financial Advisor - Income

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Job summary

We are looking for a proactive Financial Advisor to support the Income team.The role is responsible for supporting the Head of Income in the management and reporting of all income into the Trust.You will co-ordinate the month end income reporting process in line trust policy and deadlines. You will support the Head of Income with budget monitoring and forecast processes, ensuring that the reported position is accurate and processes are robust. This post also includes within its remit input into key project work and timetabled tasks such as annual planning and budget setting processes. There will also be involvement in Business Cases, Efficiency / CIP schemes and working with the commissioners . You will be required to present the financial position at meetings and to deputise for the Head of Income when required.

Main duties of the job

We offer an agile working policy - currently 40% office / 60% remote working and flexible working hours to be as amenable as possible for the individual whilst supporting business needs.

You will be a CCAB or CIMA or qualified member, or alternatively an individual in the last stages of their professional qualification, and be able to demonstrate professional credibility within the field.

The post requires exceptional communication skills with both finance and non-finance staff, a flexible approach to work and significant experience of complex financial processes, in particular NHS provider income. You will be a self-motivated Financial Advisor capable of working under pressure, prioritising to meet tight deadlines and multi-tasking. Strong IT skills are also a key requirement.

The department operates using an agile working policy. Our finance teams work mainly from home, and are based in the office for two days each week currently, were we maximise time for face-to-face meetings, 1:1's, objective reviews and appraisals.

About us

Why Choose OneLSC and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals:

  • A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
  • Cutting-edge facilities and technology
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development
  • A culture that values and recognizes your contributions

About Us:With over 1000 beds, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals stands as a beacon of healthcare excellence. Our specialties range from the conventional to the extraordinary, as we proudly serve as a Tertiary Centre for Lancashire and South Cumbria in Neurosciences, Trauma, Oncology, and Renal Medicine.

Your Impact:Be part of a team that's not just meeting healthcare needs but exceeding them. Whether you're in Neurosciences, Trauma, Oncology, or Renal Medicine, your contribution matters. Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is the nexus where expertise meets compassion, and we're inviting you to make a difference.

Open to All Applications: This is not just a job; it's a calling. One LSC and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications from individuals across various trusts, fostering diversity, and enriching our healthcare community.

Details

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

435-1LSC-LT-020-25

Job locations

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR2 8DY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached JD and PS.

  • Support the production of achievable activity and income plans for the Trust in conjunction with the wider finance department and service keeping the Head of Income and divisional Senior Finance business partners advised of the implications.
  • Ensure financial information is processed in accordance with procedures through completion of own work & through the coordination of the work of others.
  • Effectively maintain the income monitoring system across all sources of Trust income to enable the Directorates and the Trust to achieve its activity and income plans.
  • To investigate highly complex enquiries providing assistance & advice as required and contributes to corporate reporting/providing strategic/business planning advice.
  • You will be responsible for the support staff within the team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached JD and PS.

  • Support the production of achievable activity and income plans for the Trust in conjunction with the wider finance department and service keeping the Head of Income and divisional Senior Finance business partners advised of the implications.
  • Ensure financial information is processed in accordance with procedures through completion of own work & through the coordination of the work of others.
  • Effectively maintain the income monitoring system across all sources of Trust income to enable the Directorates and the Trust to achieve its activity and income plans.
  • To investigate highly complex enquiries providing assistance & advice as required and contributes to corporate reporting/providing strategic/business planning advice.
  • You will be responsible for the support staff within the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

  • CCAB or CIMA member
  • Participation in the Continuing Professional Development Programme

Desirable

  • Management development related qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Extensive experience in an NHS Finance environment and/or extensive post qualification financial management experience.
  • Detailed knowledge of income, costing and pricing methodologies
  • Detailed understanding & knowledge of Financial and Accounting Procedures
  • Experience of line management.
  • Experience of working with others to ensure direction and policies are attainable within available resources

Desirable

  • NHSI Reporting experience
Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

  • CCAB or CIMA member
  • Participation in the Continuing Professional Development Programme

Desirable

  • Management development related qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Extensive experience in an NHS Finance environment and/or extensive post qualification financial management experience.
  • Detailed knowledge of income, costing and pricing methodologies
  • Detailed understanding & knowledge of Financial and Accounting Procedures
  • Experience of line management.
  • Experience of working with others to ensure direction and policies are attainable within available resources

Desirable

  • NHSI Reporting experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR2 8DY


Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR2 8DY


Employer's website

http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Income

Marie Embery

marie.embery@LTHTR.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

435-1LSC-LT-020-25

Job locations

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR2 8DY


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