Job overview
The NHS financial environment is increasingly complex and subject to significant scrutiny. Working collaboratively with fellow Deputy Directors of Finance, this role will help ensure the integrity of the general ledger and provide assurance to the Director of Operational Finance and Director of Strategic Finance that financial information is accurate, reliable, and compliant with professional accounting standards.
The post holder will lead and support the Financial Services teams across a range of functions, including financial accounting and controls, capital expenditure, treasury management, and purchase and sales ledger operations. The role requires a commitment to continuous improvement, fostering a culture that values innovation, learning, and collaboration. The successful candidate will bring professional curiosity and constructive challenge, encouraging diverse perspectives and supporting the development of effective, inclusive, and efficient ways of working.
Main duties of the job
You will provide compassionate, visible, and inclusive leadership, fostering a high-performing culture that enables the Financial Services team to deliver responsive, high-quality services that support the Trust’s strategic and operational objectives.
In addition, you will:
Closing date for applications: 15 July 2026
Interview date: 29 & 30 July 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to collaborate and influence senior colleagues and stakeholders
- Evidence of effective negotiating, influencing and networking skills
Desirable
- Effective organisation, prioritisation and delegation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of IFRS and relevant accounting standards
Desirable
- Evidence of strong post qualification professional development
- Knowledge of financial consolidation for group accounts
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior level experience in financial services
- Experience of managing complex financial accounting issues and large external audits
- Management and development of large teams to ensure delivery requirements are met
- Experience of advising and influencing Board level personnel
- Experience in leading successful change management projects
Desirable
- Experience in working in health care and or wider public sector finances
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Accountancy Qualification
- Degree level or equivalent
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This advert is for Deputy Director of Finance - Financial Services and Capital with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derby, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £94,356 - £108,814 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Jul 2026.
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