Job summaryWe have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our Corporate Financial Management Team, in the Band 6 Finance Business Partner development role. The successful candidate will be developed and supported in this role to progress through the agreed milestones, to reach the Senior Finance Business Partner role in the Team as a Band 7.Should the successful candidate already demonstrate the relevant experience/qualifications in line with milestones, we will discuss with them at the offer stage the opportunity to join the team as a Band 7 Senior Finance Business Partner.The Finance Business Partner is an integral post in the Financial Performance/Financial Planning and Analysis structure and will support and be accountable to the Head of Financial Management in the provision of an effective and efficient Financial Management function across the Trust, which ensures the delivery of high quality patient centered services within the resources available.The role will act as a key operational link between theOperational Area and Corporate Finance teams, with thepost holder responsible for communicating with these keystakeholders and providing a timely and accurate service tothem.The role will be responsible for ensuring that agreedpractices and processes are being adhered to thereforeensuring that systems are in place to flag and address anyissues before they become problematic.Main duties of the jobOverseeing the month end process from start tofinish.Developing and maintaining relationships with Corporate budget holders and other key stakeholders.Ensuring consistency and efficiency in alltasks required.Ownership of the month end timetable and adheringto strict deadlines.Maximising automated data population into standardTrust reporting templates.Support and consolidation of Operational Areaforecasts.Supporting the budget planning process andcontributing to guidance documents.Take a lead role in the day to day management of the FinancialManagement Accountants.About usOur new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Finance Business Partner is an integral post in the Financial Performance/Financial Planning and Analysis structure and will support and be accountable to the Head of Financial Management in the provision of an effective and efficient Financial Management function across the Trust, which ensures the delivery of high quality patient centered services within the resources available.The role will act as a key operational link between theOperational Area and Corporate Finance teams, with thepost holder responsible for communicating with these keystakeholders and providing a timely and accurate service tothem.The role will be responsible for ensuring that agreedpractices and processes are being adhered to thereforeensuring that systems are in place to flag and address anyissues before they become problematic.Overseeing the month end process from start tofinish.Developing and maintaining relationships with Corporate budget holders and other key stakeholders.Ensuring consistency and efficiency in alltasks required.Ownership of the month end timetable and adheringto strict deadlines.Maximising automated data population into standardTrust reporting templates.Support and consolidation of Operational Areaforecasts.Supporting the budget planning process andcontributing to guidance documents.Take a lead role in the day to day management of the FinancialManagement Accountants.Person SpecificationCommitment to Trust Values and BehavioursEssentialMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and BehavioursTraining & QualificationsEssentialPost Graduate Diploma level or equivalent experience A desire to further develop both formally and informallyExperienceEssentialProven experience of financial management within a large organisation Conversant with information management and technology, Experience of financial management within the NHS, including Microsoft Office and financial systemsDemonstrate solid achievement in their current roleManagerial/Supervisory experienceDesirableExperience of financial management within the NHSAnalytical and Judgement skillsEssentialStrong analytical and interpretative skills Ability to present complex information in an understandable and meaningful way to different audiencesPlanning and organisation skillsEssentialAbility to work under pressure, to prioritise and work to tight deadlinesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals of Leicester NHS TrustAddressLeicester Royal InfirmaryLeicesterLE1 5WWEmployer's websitehttps://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)