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Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust · Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Company Description
Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.
The single corporate service is delivered across both organisation. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.
Job Description
Band 8C: £79,504 - £91,609
Developmental Band 8B opportunity available: £66,582 - £77,368
Hours per week: Full time - 37.5
Based at either the Isle of Wight NHS Trust or Lakeside North Harbour, with time spent at both sites as required – to be agreed locally
Contract: Permanent
Are you ready to shape the future of finance across two leading NHS Trusts?
Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust are seeking an exceptional finance leader to join our shared Financial Services team.
This is a substantive Band 8C opportunity for an experienced CCAB qualified finance professional who can provide strategic leadership across financial accounts, financial systems, cashiers, charitable funds and overseas visitor services.
We also welcome applications from ambitious candidates who demonstrate the potential to operate at Band 8C but may not yet meet all the requirements of the post. In these circumstances, appointment may be made at Band 8B with a structured 12 month development programme, regular progress reviews and clear objectives to support progression to Band 8C.
Lead a talented, passionate group covering Financial Accounts, Financial Systems, Cashiers, Charitable funds and Overseas Visitor Officers
Drive continuous improvement across statutory accounts, audit liaison, counter-fraud, cash, VAT, capital, and leasing accounting
Work within Oracle and Shared Business Services (SBS) frameworks
Report directly to the Assistant Director of Financial Services & Reporting and collaborate closely with both Finance Directors
A full understanding of the policies, procedures, deliverables, controls, and objectives of the entire Financial Services team
Leadership and oversight of statutory returns and governance statements, ensuring timeliness and accuracy
In-depth knowledge of the financial interface between both Trusts and the external Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Ledger provider
High level technical accounting expertise in Capital, VAT, Pensions, and Audit, aligned with the latest guidelines and conventions
A visible, personable leadership style that unites teams across multiple sites
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting operations
Prepare statutory annual accounts and governance reports
Liaise with internal audit, counter-fraud teams, and external auditors
Manage cash flow, VAT, capital, and leasing accounting
Ensure effective use and integration of SBS and Oracle financial systems
Provide hands-on leadership to the Financial Services team
We’ll review progress every three months against clear milestones
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Who We’re Looking For
Fully CCAB qualified finance professional
Track record of innovation and continuous service improvement
Ability to thrive in a matrix structure and lead cross-organisational projects
Creative problem-solver with a commitment to outstanding service delivery
Competitive NHS Band 8B starting salary, with progression to Band 8C upon meeting development milestones
27 days annual leave rising to 33 days with service, plus bank holidays
Flexible hybrid working arrangements and excellent work–life balance
Free car parking at Lakeside Hub
Access to an on-site gym, heated pool, nursery, and wellbeing facilities
Lease car scheme, season ticket loans, and extensive staff discounts
Structured Learning & Development opportunities and staff networks
Staff recognition schemes and a strong health & wellbeing programme
As a large acute hospital, there are many opportunities for development and are encouraged, you will be given excellent benefits as well. We warmly welcome your application. If you have any questions, please contact Steve Smith at . We look forward to hearing how you’ll drive financial excellence across our Trusts.
For full job details and person specification please refer to the Job Description
CCAB qualified
Evidence of active continuing professional development
Desirable
Recognised Leadership Development programmes
MBA or similar post graduate qualification.
Essential
Has experience of effective partnership working with other organisations at a senior level.
Can demonstrate evidence of setting and achieving ambitious targets and of implementing innovative solutions designed to improve services within tight financial constraints.
Desirable
Has experience in managing within complex health service environment at a senior management level.
Knowledge
Essential
Can lead, motivate and inspire others, and allow others to lead if appropriate.
Is immediately credible to internal and external stakeholders.
Can employ a range of influencing and negotiation strategies.
Can work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues.
Demonstrates ability to self-manage workload and complexity to operate effectively.
Additional Information
The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
For more information, please see our People and OD Strategy 2026
Weekly Hours / Programmed Activities: 37.5Salary Band: Band 8cStaff Group: Administrative and ClericalContract Type: PermanentJob Area: Admin and Corporate
Details
| Company | Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust |
| Location | Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | healthcare |