Finance Manager
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £50,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50000.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 June 2026 |
| Location: | Gloucester, GL1 2TZ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A0782-26-0053 |
Summary
Financial Management & Reporting Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and clear narrative. Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities. Produce accurate and timely financial reports for senior leadership, Board, and external stakeholders. Support year-end processes, statutory accounts preparation, and audit requirements. Ensure all financial data is accurate, reconciled, and delivered to tight deadlines. Financial Planning & Budgeting Support the annual budgeting process and in-year forecasting cycles. Work with budget holders to develop realistic and robust financial plans. Contribute to financial planning that supports organisational growth, sustainability, and value for money. Financial Control & Governance Maintain a strong system of internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies. Oversee income and expenditure to ensure accuracy and completeness. Support VAT, tax, and regulatory compliance as applicable to a primary care setting. Regularly review and improve financial policies and procedures. Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial risks, ensuring appropriate controls and escalation where required. Support financial resilience through scenario planning and risk-aware decision-making. Operational Finance Leadership Line manage, support, and develop the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant. Oversee transactional finance processes, including accounts payable/receivable and payroll liaison. Ensure efficiency, accuracy, and resilience within finance operations. Drive improvements in financial processes to deliver efficiencies and enhanced value for money. Business Partnering Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and clinical leads. Provide clear, accessible financial insights to support decision-making. Support teams in understanding financial performance and managing budgets effectively. Support service development and growth initiatives by providing financial analysis and modelling. Systems & Continuous Improvement Ensure effective use and optimisation of finance systems. Identify and implement improvements to processes, reporting, and data quality. Support digital and reporting enhancements across the finance function.