Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world leading provider of eye health services in the UK and the world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education. With more than 2,300 staff, across 22 network sites, its reputation for providing the highest quality ophthalmic care has developed over 200 years and it employs one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS.

We are seeking a candidate with an outstanding track record of success at or close to Board level in the NHS or wider public or commercial sectors. You will have the energy, focus and ambition to take on a significant role within the Trust. You will possess first class financial leadership and influencing skills with the ability to forge effective working relationships across a wide set of internal and external stakeholders. This provides a fantastic opportunity to build a career in a world-renowned organisation with an ambitious strategic plan.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Adrian Watts at MLC Partners on 0781 629 0865 or email adrian@mlcpartners.co.uk.

To apply please send your CV and personal statement, stating your motivations to apply and then describing how you meet the role specific requirements given your skills and experience.

Main duties of the job

The Chief Finance Officer role is integral to our ongoing success and sustainability. As a key member of our Executive leadership team, you will provide strategic financial expertise and operational leadership, ensuring that resources are managed effectively and aligned with our organisational goals. Your ability to navigate the complexities of NHS finance while fostering a culture of accountability and transparency will be critical to delivering high quality care in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

The responsibilities of the role focus on financial planning, procurement, governance, and performance management.

The role is also responsible for the organisations group accounting and consolidation of complex and specialist accounting arrangements including overseas operations, foreign joint ventures, UK wholly owned subsidiaries, and joint development vehicles, including other innovative commercial and intellectual property considerations.

As a voting board member, the post holder will be expected to work as part of a cohesive team, contributing to the Trust's strategic leadership and direction and, where necessary take lead for corporate issues outside their immediate sphere of responsibility.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed candidate pack including the job description and person specification please contact Adrian Watts at MLC Partners on 0781 629 0865 or email adrian@mlcpartners.co.uk.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB)
• Evidence of continued professional and management development

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience as a Chief Finance Office or Deputy within a complex organisation
• Track record at board or very senior management level including successful achievement of financial and other performance targets
• Experience of introducing innovative change

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Achievement focussed - ability to set targets and get things done to achieve continuous improvement
• Strong business acumen and commercial experience, or demonstrable potential

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

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