Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a unique and complex organisation, in theFinancial Planning and Reporting team where you will have an opportunity toget involved in a number of key functions across the Trust including CorporateBusiness Partnering, Capital Programme delivery, and the general FinancialManagement of the Trust's Charitable Funds. Working with the Head of Financial Planning and Reporting you will get insight into Welsh Government and Trust Board reporting, have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the overall Trust Financial strategy, and help support the development and future aspirations of growth within the Charity.
The Senior Finance Business Partner is a senior finance role within Velindre University NHS Trust, and we are seeking a fully qualified accountant to join our team. Whilst NHS experience is desirable, it is not essential, and individuals with relevant skills and experience are very welcome to apply. Should you wish to find out more about the role or have any queries, please contact Claire Bowden (Interim Head of Financial Planning & Reporting)claire.bowden@wales.nhs.uk
If you wish to apply for both roles then please state that within the supporting information section of your application. Those who state this within their applications, if meeting the shortlisting criteria for both, will attend one interview but be considered for both.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Finance & Reporting Business Partner is a senior finance professional within Velindre University NHS Trust and will report to the Head of Financial Planning & Reporting.
The key elements of the post include leading on the production of annual budgets and producing an accurate monthly financial position and annual forecast position.
A key area of responsibility for the role will be supporting financial performance reporting, working with the Head of Financial Planning and Reporting to support the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of Trust wide financial reports and forecasts.
The role will support delivery of the Capital programme ensuring management of the Trust's Capital Expenditure Limit (CEL) with key internal links to the capital planning and estates department.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
We are also interviewing for a similar role in our Research Development & Innovation team.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Details
Date posted
24 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
48,527 to 55,532 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
120-AC802-0525-A
Job locations
Trust Headquarters
Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Compentency based questions
Essential

• Fully qualified accountant with CCAB membership
• Evidence of continuing professional development within an NHS environment
• Up to date knowledge of latest accounting standards & recommendations
• Specialist knowledge of budget strategy, forecasting, reporting, management accounting and best practice
• Clear understanding of NHS accounting and reporting regime, and financial management and control
• Understanding and knowledge of investment appraisal techniques

Desirable

• Experience of working at a senior level within NHS finance or a similarly complex organisation.
• Managerial Experience.

Competency based questions
Essential

• Able to prioritise, plan and organise work for self and team.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to review & determine areas of work which would benefit from improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Person Specification
Compentency based questions
Essential

• Fully qualified accountant with CCAB membership
• Evidence of continuing professional development within an NHS environment
• Up to date knowledge of latest accounting standards & recommendations
• Specialist knowledge of budget strategy, forecasting, reporting, management accounting and best practice
• Clear understanding of NHS accounting and reporting regime, and financial management and control
• Understanding and knowledge of investment appraisal techniques

Desirable

• Experience of working at a senior level within NHS finance or a similarly complex organisation.
• Managerial Experience.

Competency based questions
Essential

• Able to prioritise, plan and organise work for self and team.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to review & determine areas of work which would benefit from improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.