The postholder will: Provide a key role in the leadership and the development of a financial performance management and business planning function that supports various business areas to deliver against strategic objectives by ensuring the production of timely and accurate data. The post holder will need to drive change in the organisation, provide vision and proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the finance function can meet the challenges of a Trust which aspires to be one of the leading healthcare providers in the country. The post holder will need to provide expert financial leadership in the development and delivery of information management tools (including SLR), processes and systems to enable the successful delivery of the Trust financial objectives. The post holder will be required to undertake complex financial modelling and options appraisal for a variety of projects which may be cross divisional in nature. Provide financial advice and analysis necessary to allow the Trust management to assess financial progress and undertake decisions. The post holder will work as part of the Divisional Accounting Team. Plan and coordinate budget setting process for assigned divisions to ensure completion in line with the planned timetable. Preparation of monthly financial statements and reports within tight deadlines for reporting to Modern Healthcare Committee, Trust Board and NHS Improvement. The post holder is expected to advise the Trust Directors and senior staff in understanding the financial allocation of resources and associated risks. Also provide on-going management support to Directors and senior managers in terms of budgets, service developments and financial constraints. Ensure that appropriate training is provided to budget holders through formal training events. Also to ensure that all transactions adhere to Trust Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions, Scheme of Delegation and policies and procedures.