Interim Head of Finance – Commissioning & Benchmarking
Location: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Role Type: Interim (Temporary) 6 Month Work Arrangement: Hybrid Band: 8c
Pay rate £350 - £365 (Day Rate)
Are you a financial professional ready to make an impact in healthcare? We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance – Commissioning & Benchmarking to take on a pivotal role in driving excellence and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
In this exciting interim position, you will:
* Oversee financial commissioning and provider agreements, including WHSSC and LHB contracts.
* Lead the development of costing and benchmarking strategies to optimise performance and improve data management.
* Advise on clinical service business cases to support innovation in healthcare services.
* Represent the Finance Department in key meetings, driving strategy and influencing policy.
* Manage a team of eight, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
* Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
* Proven experience in financial management and commissioning, ideally within healthcare or public sector organisations.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage diverse teams and drive change.
* Expertise in financial analysis, business intelligence, and reporting.
* Exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities.
What We Offer
* A challenging and rewarding interim opportunity within a supportive team.
* Hybrid working arrangements, offering flexibility while staying connected to the Cardiff office.
A chance to contribute to meaningful improvements in healthcare services across the region
Job reference number: YW-vsoq