Senior Divisional Finance Advisor
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 23/09/2026
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Role summary
This role supports the Head of Financial Management and Deputy Divisional Finance Managers by providing sound financial information to various stakeholders. The post holder will ensure all financial work is completed according to local and national timetables and Trust policies. Key responsibilities include assisting with management accounting services, processing financial information, and offering financial support and advice to Divisions. This position is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and supporting budgetary management within the Trust.
Essential criteria
- AAT Member / Degree / CCAB Certificate level accountancy qualification.
- IT Skills
- Extensive experience in using all Microsoft Office programmes. Able to use Microsoft excel to an advanced level.
- Experience of working within a finance department. Must be familiar with a wide range of finance procedures.
- Understanding of Financial Management and Accounting Techniques and Procedures in a large, varied and complex organisation.
- Communication
Desirable criteria
- Proven ability to communicate with confidence with people of all different levels and backgrounds.
- Coaching Skills
- Ability to train, develop and motivate staff
- Professional Qualifications
- AAT Member / Degree / CCAB Certificate level accountancy qualification.
- IT Skills
- Extensive experience in using all Microsoft Office programmes. Able to use Microsoft excel to an advanced level.
- Experience of working within a finance department. Must be familiar with a wide range of finance procedures.
- Understanding of Financial Management and Accounting Techniques and Procedures in a large, varied and complex organisation.
- Communication
- Proven ability to communicate with confidence with people of all different levels and backgrounds.
- Coaching Skills
- Ability to train, develop and motivate staff
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
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East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Senior Divisional Finance Advisor
The closing date is 23 September 2026
Job summary
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will assist the Head of Financial Management (HoFM) and Deputy Divisional Finance Managers (DDFMs) in the provision of sound financial information to the Senior Finance Team, Divisional budget managers and other stakeholders.
The post holder will ensure that all work is completed, either directly or by staff under their supervision, in line with both local & national timetables and the Trust's Standing Financial Orders and Instructions.
The post holders will be assisting in the provision of a management accounting service to the Trust's Divisions. This will involve ensuring that all financial information relating to these Divisions is correctly processed. The post holders will also provide effective financial support and advice to the Divisions
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES
Producing and assisting in the development of accurate monthly budgetary and associated information
Reporting to the Divisional/Deputy Finance Manager upon the monthly performance of a range of designated budgets highlighting any significant movements.
Advising, supporting and being a point of contact to budget managers within the Trust.
Providing accurate advice and detail in relation to ESR and act as a point of contact t
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