About this role
Job summary
Please note on site presence is required for this role with hybrid working options available which can be discussed at interview stage.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, highly motivated, enthusiastic professional to work in a high profile role within the Finance department at Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The successful candidate will be supporting at least one clinical area reporting to, and occasionally deputising for, the Finance & Business Manager. They will be an integral part of the Finance department as well as a key point of contact for the divisional team. The post holder will also be managing at least one member of staff, including supporting them in their career development and completing their annual appraisal.
Although desirable, previous NHS experience is not essential and full training will be provided for the right candidate. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking to develop their career in Finance.
Main duties of the job
To provide sound financial advice to divisional teams within the Trust using financial and other information to support the divisional management teams in making recommendations for improvements to the efficiency and effectiveness of the directorate/Trust To direct and lead the work of direct line reports to provide an efficient and proactive management accounting service, ensuring deadlines are met and the needs and objectives of the Trust are achieved To promote and support a culture of robust and innovative service based financial planning across the Trust As part of the Finance department management team, provide effective leadership for the success and future direction of the department
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
To be a finance lead for a Directorate/Division in the Trust, including responsibility for the management accounting function of that area. To ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, integrity and business focus of financial systems and processes. To investigate and advise on complex issues & lead on providing financial and business planning advice to the Division. To ensure that the financial statements represent a true and fair view and meet relevant financial timescales and legal requirements, interpreting these where necessary.
Interview proposed date: 25th June 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Part Qualified Accountant or equivalent experience
Experience Essential
Considerable experience of working in a Management Accounts Department
Desirable
Staff management experience
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent analytical skills Ability to plan, organise and prioritise a number of tasks Excellent IT skills with the ability to accurately create input, manipulate data, and develop reports and documents, using a range of software
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 Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Epsom Gateway
2 Ashley Avenue
Epsom
KT18 5AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)