Finance Manager | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

We have an exciting opportunity for a finance manager to join one of our clinical divisions and support the overarching financial strategy of our £1bn+ high-performing NHS Foundation Trust.

Working collaboratively, you will ensure the delivery of a professional, dynamic, and proactive service and take responsibility for providing comprehensive financial management support to a division. You will be a key part of the finance team, providing financial leadership to the organisation and supporting the achievement of the finance team's vision.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is keen to make a significant impact by taking their next step in this exciting challenge within a high-performing finance team.

Please click below for more details about this vacancy, including the person specification, which outlines the essential and desirable skills needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

• To provide a financial analysis of the Division’s clinical and non-clinical activities
• To oversee the preparation and delivery of the monthly management accounts for the Division, working with the Division’s Finance Business Partner on the monthly reporting, trend, and variance analysis
• Support the Finance Business Partner in developing the financial models and scenario appraisals within Business Cases for new services or investments.
• To lead the Cost Improvement Plan (CIP) programme for the Division, working closely with the Senior Management Accountant to cost, track and transact CIP schemes.

What experience/skills are needed

• You will be a people-focused, qualified finance professional, with clear communication skills and experience in financial management
• Working with a range of stakeholders, you will demonstrate a solid understanding of budgetary control processes, budget setting and financial planning, combined with a broad understanding of financial accounting and control issues
• With a supportive and flexible team around you to deliver, you will be able to present and explain financial information promptly that can easily be understood by non-finance managers
• You will demonstrate our

UHS Values

Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together

We are a dynamic and fast-paced environment that is always evolving, always improving and encourages innovation. We are committed to your continued career development and offer a supportive, flexible and collaborative working environment, where your health and well-being are equally valued.

Working for one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career and really make a difference to the patients we serve. Please do get in touch; we’d love to hear from you.

This advert closes on Friday 31 Jul 2026