Head of Finance - Healthcare services Farnham - Almost entirely remote working - Private equity backed £85,000 benefits 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 Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA Effective communicator - written & verbal Good working knowledge of MS Excel Healthcare / NHS contract experience - advantageous, not essential Hard working, kind & fun SALARY & BENEFITS £85,000 1 to 2 days per month in the office (Farnham) Private medical - Bupa Company car scheme (salary sacrifice) 25 days holiday