About this role
Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Finance Business Partner within the Specialist Hospitals finance team.
The post holder will be based at Peter Mount Building and will support our Finance Team and divisions at this challenging but exciting time. If successful, you will be a key member of our Team with responsibility for the main month end tasks. You will support the Finance Business Partner with assessing Value for Patient schemes, development of Business Cases and ensuring that the reported divisional position is correct.
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Finance Business Partner will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive financial support to divisions within the Trust.
The role will support the Senior Finance Business Partners in delivering the main objectives for their nominated division, along with other divisions in the Trust, ensuring the production of relevant, accurate and timely financial information, advice and support.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of divisional financial management support encompassing all aspects of financial management, which will in particular include monthly income and expenditure reporting, annual reporting, financial and business planning support, ad hoc costings and financial control.
The post holder will also support on the accounting for Value for Patients programme (VFP) for their nominated division.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.
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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
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The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.
For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december
DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
CCAB or CIMA qualified or part qualified and studying towards the final stages
Desirable
Degree or equivalent
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of the NHS, its infrastructure and partner organisations Understanding of the wider NHS key strategic priorities A good knowledge of all applications found in Microsoft Office
Desirable
Understanding of the Trust Finance Regime
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary, complex environment Experience in supporting change in a complex environment. Experience of team and line management Demonstrable experience of creating and working with complex spreadsheets and formulae to support management information (e.g. modelling, forecasts). Significant experience of using financial ledgers to code / extract / analyse / report upon financial information
Desirable
Experience of working in the acute hospital sector in the NHS Use of Integra financial ledger
Skills and Abilities Essential
Excellent Excel / spreadsheet skills to manipulate complex and numerous data. Strong numerical skills, including the ability to complete complex calculations Able to analyse, interpret and summarise financial information concisely to present key points including consideration of the wider picture/future scenario planning. Able to communicate well verbally and in writing to present relevant information concisely at all levels within the organisation Demonstrates negotiating and influencing skill to achieve the objectives Able to make calm, rational decisions in the face of challenge, lack of information, or adversity Personal credibility, work with staff at all levels to build positive and constructive internal / external relationships, and shared goals for service improvement / delivery. Able to work independently as well as effectively within a team. Proficient with working on MS Teams as the current working model is hybrid of working from home and in the office
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Peter Mount Building - 2nd Floor
136 Hathersage Rd
Manchester
M13 0HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)