(WHB1566933) Head of Finance and Procurement Systems - George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust

Health Service

23 Aug

Written By Kimberlea Owen

Do you have a talent for driving operational excellence through improving finance and procurement systems?

The George Eliot Hospital is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join their team as the Head of Finance and Procurement Systems.

If you're ready to lead transformative change, enhance system efficiencies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, we want to hear from you!

About Us:

George Eliot Hospital is a leading healthcare institution committed to delivering exceptional patient care and operational excellence. As the Head of Finance and Procurement Systems, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial and procurement functions. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to provide top-notch healthcare services to our community.

Why Join Us:

By joining George Eliot Hospital, you'll have the chance to make a lasting impact on healthcare operations while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work environment. We value your expertise and commitment to driving positive change. This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape the future of finance and procurement systems, and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional patient care.

Key areas of responsibility will include:

Lead and manage a dedicated team responsible for finance and procurement systems.
Drive system enhancements and optimisations, ensuring seamless integration and efficient processes.
Develop and execute strategies to improve financial and procurement systems, maximizing accuracy and effectiveness.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify business needs and translate them into system requirements.
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on data analysis and system performance.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing within the team.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

You must be able to demonstrate:

Qualified Accountant with evidence of continued professional development
Proven track record of successful managerial experience
Strong expertise in finance and procurement systems, with a focus on system enhancements and optimizations gained in a complex operating environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions and solve complex problems.
Experience collaborating with IT teams to implement and maintain system improvements.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis. It is anticipated that the successful individual will be based in the office a minimum of 2 days a week.

Apply Today: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and outlining your approach to enhancing finance and procurement systems.

To request an information pack telephone 0161 464 4386 or email info@harrisburns.com.

Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Thursday 14th September 2023

George Eliot Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.