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Job Introduction
Director of Finance
The Director of Finance is a pivotal member of the Executive Leadership Team at DHU Healthcare, driving financial sustainability and commercial growth, supporting change management and innovation programmes, and contributing to our collective strategic development. This role is crucial for ensuring the Company’s ongoing success, financial sustainability, and growth, while upholding our commitment to corporate citizenship and sector led leadership of the services we deliver.
The incumbent is responsible for overseeing corporate support services, which include financial management and reporting, the Programme Management Office, Procurement, Payroll Services, and the Company's property portfolio, including its development and Health and Safety initiatives. Through intent-based leadership, the Director of Finance inspires and empowers others, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. By leading these areas effectively, the Director of Finance indirectly supports patient safety and quality care delivery.
As our new Director of Finance, you will oversee all financial procedures and reporting, contributing to overall management for profitability and growth. Utilise financial and commercial expertise to develop business and service strategies for future growth and stability. Strategically, you will engage with organisation's in the Health and Care sector, influencing key stakeholders, including NHS entities and partners. Represent DHU Healthcare at Contract Management Boards, facilitating service developments and identifying business opportunities. You will also lead contract negotiations, procurement, and tender exercises, acting as the Executive lead on key projects, including the Green Plan and Change Management programs via the PMO team.
Location: Derby
What DHU can offer you:
Competitive salary: £111,000 (with a 10% increase after 12 months) - this role comes with a £5k car allowance and discretionary company bonus of 10% based on company performance
Generous annual leave entitlement: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum
Employee benefits:
As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your wellbeing.
Health Cash Plan: We take care of your health and wellbeing with health cash plans provided through Westfield Health. A health cash plan allows you to claim money back, up to set limits, towards the cost of your essential healthcare, as well as providing access to
valuable health and wellbeing services.
NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence, allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!
Car Lease Scheme: DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.
Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.
Birthday Leave Guarantee: Birthday leave isn't compulsory; it's entirely up to you! We can’t always celebrate with you, so whether you choose to take the day off and indulge in a well-deserved break or prefer to work and save your leave for another time, the decision is yours to make!
To be a successful Director of Finance, you’ll need:
- Professional Accountancy Qualifications (CIMA, ACA, or similar)
- Experience as an Executive Director
- Demonstrable experience of developing and leading a team to meet business needs
- Proven ability to communicate and engage with broad range of stakeholders and colleagues
- Successful execution of change programmes
- Experience of working with Board/NEDs
- Proven ability of successful strategic development and implementation
- Demonstrable ability to provide technical leadership for existing and new company services, as well as providing a technical mentoring role for less experienced finance professionals
- Ability to handle high levels of pressure and critical decision making in the capacity of an Executive Director
- Able to create/shape innovative strategic vision for the best possible long-term benefit of the organisation and patients
- Demonstrable capability for strategic thinking with excellent communication and leadership skills
- Understanding of capital planning processes
- Understanding of the importance of organisational culture on performance and productivity
- Ability to coach and have courageous conversations
For further insight into the full dimensions of the role, please review the attached job description.
More information on our recruitment process can be found here or reach out to our team of talent acquisition professionals by emailing: Careers@DHUHealthCare.nhs.uk
At DHU HealthCare we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and we remain committed to ensuring every person, in each of our teams, can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. As such, we would welcome applications from diverse audience representing the communities we continue to serve.
We proudly embrace forces-friendly practices and dedicate unwavering support to our Veterans/Service Leavers; Reservists; Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and military spouses/partners, fostering a workplace that values their unique skills and contributions.
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