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Head of Finance – Healthcare services

Farnham – Almost entirely remote working – Private equity backed

1 to 2 days per month in the office (Farnham)

1 day per week for the first couple of months

Are you an open minded Head of Finance, with nice morales, looking for mini-FD job? Do you thrive in high performing environments but require the autonomy & flexibility that so many roles lack?

We’re working on a brilliant opportunity for a Head of Finance to take ownership of the Southern contracts portfolio at a senior level. This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead financial strategy, planning, and performance to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of a vital contract within the Group. You’ll be the go-to finance expert for the portfolio—shaping decisions, driving efficiency, and ensuring that every pound is working hard to support outstanding service delivery.

You’ll lead a talented finance team, partner closely with operational leaders, and act as a trusted advisor to the Group Finance Director. This role goes beyond the numbers—it’s about influence, insight, and action. From financial planning and forecasting to compliance and reporting, you’ll play a central role in both day-to-day operations and big-picture strategy. If you’re looking for a senior finance role with real purpose, impact, and variety—this is it.

WISH LIST

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA)
• Healthcare / NHS contract experience - advantageous, not essential
• High-performer, thrives in fast-paced environments - private equity owned

THE ROLE

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Provide financial leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the Surrey contract, aligning with Group objectives
• Collaborate closely with the Regional Director to ensure that financial strategies support operational needs and contractual commitments

Contractual Relationship Management

• Oversee the financial elements of the contract, ensuring contractual obligations are met and maintaining strong relationships with commissioning bodies
• Work with the Regional Director to manage and negotiate contract changes, renewals, and financial provisions that align with strategic objectives
• Act as a financial lead during contract reviews, ensuring the Group’s interests are effectively represented and protected

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Develop, implement, and manage the budget and forecast cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment with service objectives
• Support the Regional Director in understanding budget implications and making informed decisions

Financial Performance and Analysis

• Monitor financial performance, conducting variance analysis, and delivering insightful financial reporting to stakeholders
• Identify and recommend actions to address any performance risks or variances
• Ensure the financial strategy aligns with service delivery goals and contractual expectations

Cost Control and Efficiency

• Proactively manage costs and identify efficiencies to optimise service delivery within budget constraints
• Collaborate with operational teams to reduce agency spend in line with corporate goals

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authority and NHS commissioners, to enhance the financial effectiveness of service delivery
• Partner with the Regional Director to communicate financial performance and contractual compliance to key stakeholders
• Act as the finance liaison, providing clear and timely information to operational leaders, Group Finance Director, and other senior management

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with all financial and regulatory requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation
• Oversee accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts, KPIs, and other ad-hoc reporting as needed

Team Management and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members within the Surrey portfolio
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance

YOUR PROFILE

• Good working knowledge of MS Excel
• Healthcare / NHS contract experience - advantageous, not essential
• Hard working, kind & fun!

SALARY & BENEFITS

• 1 to 2 days per month in the office (Farnham)
• Private medical - Bupa
• Company car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• 25 days holiday

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Public Health, and Health and Human Services

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