About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an exceptional finance leader to join our team as Associate Director of Financial Services - a key senior role responsible for financial control, statutory reporting, treasury and capital.
This is a unique opportunity to influence decision-making at Executive and Board level while leading a high-performing, forward-thinking finance function.
Main duties of the job
Why join us?
At PAHT, our finance team is recognised for its professionalism, ambition and supportive culture:
One NHS Finance accredited team committed to excellence and continuous improvementACCA Approved Employer strong support for development and qualificationsFriendly, collaborative team that values innovation and ideasExcellent career development with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
We are a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job description Job responsibilities
About you
You will be a CCAB-qualified accountant with strong NHS finance experience and a passion for delivering high-quality financial information.This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your career at a senior leadership level, with exposure to Executive and Board decision-making and experience across financial control, governance, treasury and capital.You may already be operating at this level or looking to broaden your experience in a supportive and forward-thinking finance team, where you will play a key role in shaping the Trusts financial strategy and developing others.You will be confident working with senior stakeholders, able to influence and challenge where required, and committed to continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Professional Chartered Accountancy Qualification (CCAB) Educated to Degree level or equivalent
Experience Essential
Extensive senior NHS finance experience with experience of managing, motivating, and developing a team. Extensive involvement with statutory reporting, financial planning, forecasting and the production of robust financial information for Boards and Committees. Experience of developing and embedding new financial control and governance arrangements.
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.
Employer details Employer name The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address Kao Park
Harlow
Essex
CM17 9NA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)