Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated finance professional to join the Finance team at Bradford District Care Trust. We are looking for a dedicated, motivated and innovative person who can demonstrate the drive and commitment needed to really make a difference and support the ongoing delivery of excellent services for our service users.
The department's purpose is to provide high-quality, forward-thinking support to the Care Trust as it continues to rise to its financial challenges. Our ambition is to be a professional, responsive and proactive finance team that delivers high quality financial services to all our stakeholders and partners with an ethos of continuous improvement.
This role is responsible for the provision of timely and accurate contract income information for both internal and external stakeholders. This is a role that requires management accounts experience and a wider understanding of the different elements of the NHS Finance regime.
A pro-active and positive approach, developing relationships with colleagues and being responsible for producing, analysing, and developing high quality financial information is essential.
This is a challenging and rewarding role and will give successful applicants a broad range of professional development and experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who has the ability, drive and commitment to succeed and is looking to take the next step in developing their career within NHS Finance.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the Finance Team with particular responsibility for financial management of Research & Development service area and Contract Income.
The post holder will support senior managers throughout the Trust in business plans particularly the expansion of Research & Development services.
The post holder will be the Trust lead on the Trust's Contract Income with commissioners and provide detailed financial information to various stakeholders within the Trust and external to the Trust.
The Trust welcomes flexible working including flexible start/finish times and remote working. This role is primarily a home worker with flexible requirements for working from the office based in Saltaire.
Closing Date: 7th September 2025
Shortlisting Date: 8th & 9th September 2025
Interview Date: 11th or 12th September 2025 (Subject to change)
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB Qualified accountant
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Masters qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of financial planning/budget setting across multiple areas
- A broad breadth of finance experience, some of which must be Financial Management
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of NHS Finance
- In depth knowledge of budget setting practice, budget report production and financial forecasting
- Understanding of NHS Funding and commissioning arrangements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB Qualified accountant
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Masters qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of financial planning/budget setting across multiple areas
- A broad breadth of finance experience, some of which must be Financial Management
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of NHS Finance
- In depth knowledge of budget setting practice, budget report production and financial forecasting
- Understanding of NHS Funding and commissioning arrangements
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).
