Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity at Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS). Our staff collectively see thousands of people every day in community hospitals, health clinics, schools, children's centres and in patients' own homes. They also do something else very special; they are responsible for turning an ordinary day into something extraordinary.
This is one of three Strategic Business Manager posts that all have shared objectives and accountability for delivering the directorate's core business across our operational, tactical and strategic functions as part of an integrated senior leadership team, and for delivering the FBI 5-year Strategy.
The Strategic Business Manager (Operational Delivery) leads on the financial elements of FBI and is a highly complex role requiring the post holder to keep abreast of a wide range of national and local NHS statutory frameworks for reporting, compliance and standards, and for ensuring these are operated and adhered to, and that products are high quality and delivered in a timely manner.
The post holder is responsible to act as a role model for leadership, living and promoting the LCHS Way. It is an expectation that this role will support and encourage others to reach their full potential by creating an environment of empowerment through adopting a culture of 'freedom coupled with accountability'.
Main duties of the job
The Strategic Business Manager - Operational Delivery will lead for the trust on the effective and efficient operational management of the Finance Directorate, ensuring delivery of high-quality operational business services and effective use of the resources available. The role requires a fully qualified accountant and the individual will be responsible for providing strong capable leadership and day-today direction of the operational finance delivery function, and for supporting colleagues across the organisation and the wider health and care system.
The postholder will provide leadership to the Finance directorate as part of an integrated senior leadership team with shared objectives and accountability for delivery of the directorate's core business and for delivery of the FBI strategy and will ensure that the Trust is able to respond effectively to the operational needs of the organisation in the context of a changing Lincolnshire health system (ICS) and the wider health and care environment.
This post is part of the integrated senior leadership team and will work across the FBI Business Partnering and Strategic Development functions.
About us
Why LCHS?
We recognise that our people are our best asset. LCHS is a flexible employer that is family and carer friendly. We believe in getting things done, not presenteeism. Our staff Health and Wellbeing offer is exemplary with a range of internal and commissioned services to assist employees with a range of difficulties. Our leadership and professional development offers are also outstanding with access to a range of internal programmes, external courses, apprenticeships, and a system-level coaching programme.
Why Lincolnshire?
The role will be based at LCHS HQ in Lincoln however we operate a hybrid working approach with a blend of office and home working. As a senior leadership post it is expected that we expect you will have a visible presence in the organisation including time each week at HQ. For these vital roles we will consider relocation support or travel expenses for an agreed period.
Lincolnshire is a vibrant, varied county with rolling countryside, historic market towns and villages, and an award-winning coastline. The cost of living makes Lincolnshire an attractive and affordable place to live.
For more information on our beautiful and welcoming county go to Visit Lincolnshire. For information on health and social care careers in the county see Be in Lincolnshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.
Interviews should be in early June, however this is subject to change.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.
Interviews should be in early June, however this is subject to change.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB Accountancy Qualification \ Masters level Finance relevant qualification.
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Skills
Essential
- Proven track record of leading a finance team and successful financial management
- Ability to analyse performance of areas of activity in relation to targets and strategic objectives
- Ability to make sound financial judgements and informed decisions
- Ability to effectively prioritise, meet deadlines
- Organised, methodical, completer finisher
Desirable
- Project management
- Proven track record of monitoring and delivering to healthcare targets
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of NHSE financial frameworks and NHS accounting guidelines
- Highly specialist knowledge of the NHS performance framework underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of information governance and data protection
Experience
Essential
- Senior finance experience within a large complex organisation
- Experience of successfully operating against statutory frameworks and quality standards
- Experience of successfully implementing or managing performance management systems
- Experience of reporting on complex data analysis and performance management information
- Experience of developing and implementing service plans, standard operating procedures, and business cases
Desirable
- Experience of leading large scale change programmes within a complex environment
Specific Attributes / Requirements
Essential
- As described on the person specification
Personal qualities
Essential
- Possess a high level of integrity, credibility, openness, honesty and reliability
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CCAB Accountancy Qualification \ Masters level Finance relevant qualification.
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Skills
Essential
- Proven track record of leading a finance team and successful financial management
- Ability to analyse performance of areas of activity in relation to targets and strategic objectives
- Ability to make sound financial judgements and informed decisions
- Ability to effectively prioritise, meet deadlines
- Organised, methodical, completer finisher
Desirable
- Project management
- Proven track record of monitoring and delivering to healthcare targets
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of NHSE financial frameworks and NHS accounting guidelines
- Highly specialist knowledge of the NHS performance framework underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of information governance and data protection
Experience
Essential
- Senior finance experience within a large complex organisation
- Experience of successfully operating against statutory frameworks and quality standards
- Experience of successfully implementing or managing performance management systems
- Experience of reporting on complex data analysis and performance management information
- Experience of developing and implementing service plans, standard operating procedures, and business cases
Desirable
- Experience of leading large scale change programmes within a complex environment
Specific Attributes / Requirements
Essential
- As described on the person specification
Personal qualities
Essential
- Possess a high level of integrity, credibility, openness, honesty and reliability
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).
