Interim Head of Finance
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NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Interim Head of Finance
The closing date is 18 November 2026
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and motivated finance professional to join our Finance Directorate as Interim Head of Finance. The post holder will provide expert financial management, support and advice to designated clinical directorates, working closely with directors and senior managers to ensure financial targets are achieved and resources are used effectively. This will include production of accurate, timely budgets, monthly accounts, forecasts and variance analysis, investigations and advice on highly complex issues, provision of strategic financial and business planning advice. The post holder will also ensure that the Head of Financial Management is fully informed of the financial performance and plans of the designated directorates. As a senior member of the Finance Directorate, you will contribute to the wider objectives of both the Finance team and the Trust, promoting continuous improvement, developing strong working relationships with stakeholders and supporting the development of finance and non-finance colleagues through coaching and leadership.
Main duties of the job
This post is advertised as: Band 8a for candidates who is in their final year of obtaining the required professional qualifications and would benefit from gaining the experience in undertaking their next senior role within finance business partnering. Secondment: We would be open to offering this as a secondment opportunity candidates. Fixed Term Contract for a maximum of 12 months from start date. If you're looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your finance career within a supportive organisation committed to developing its people, we'd love to hear from you. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will provide expert financial management information and advice to support the delivery of financial and operational objectives across designated clinical directorates. Key responsibilities include: Leading the production of budgets, forecasts, monthly financial reports and variance analysis. Providing specialist financial advice to support operational and strategic decision-making. Supporting the delivery of business planning, budget setting and financial recovery plans. Monitoring income, expenditure, delivering value (DV) programmes and key performance indicators, ensuring financial targets are achieved. Leading and developing the finance team supporting the directorates, providing coaching and support to both finance and non-finance colleagues. Promoting continuous improvement and consistency across financial management processes.
About us
NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
SGH-3FPL-002474
Job locations
Goodmayes Hospital
Ilford
Essex
IG3 8XJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes, Essex.
Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, Goodmayes) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).
Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.
The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes, Essex.
Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, Goodmayes) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).
Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.
The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.
Person Specification
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Experience
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Qualifications
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Experience
Essential
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Desirable
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Goodmayes Hospital
Ilford
Essex
IG3 8XJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Goodmayes Hospital
Ilford
Essex
IG3 8XJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Finance Business Partners
Paula Barnes
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
SGH-3FPL-002474
Job locations
Goodmayes Hospital
Ilford
Essex
IG3 8XJ
United Kingdom
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