Finance Officer Grade VII

Overview
The Finance Officer Grade VII will support the Finance Manager in delivering effective financial management, reporting, budgeting, and operational oversight within the hospital. The role involves analysing financial performance, supporting decision-making, improving financial processes, and ensuring efficient use of resources across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting

Prepare monthly financial reports, analysis, and projections for hospital management.
Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial reports to support decision-making.
Monitor budgets and investigate financial variances, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
Support service costing initiatives and Activity Based Funding (ABF) processes.
Maintain and monitor the Finance Risk Register.
Post and review journal entries and management accounts.

Operational Support & Process Improvement

Identify and implement cost control and efficiency initiatives.
Support income generation and value-for-money projects.
Improve financial data collection and reporting systems through automation and process improvements.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, particularly in the use of technology.
Provide financial support and guidance to budget holders and line managers.

Accounts Payable & Purchasing Oversight

Oversee the Accounts Payable function and hospital purchasing processes.
Supervise assigned finance staff, particularly within the Accounts Payable team.
Ensure compliance with financial procedures and best practice standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work collaboratively with hospital management, clinicians, HSE bodies, and external agencies.
Support benchmarking and reporting initiatives with Healthcare Pricing Office and associated hospital groups.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Requirements
Experience

Significant experience in a finance role within a large, complex organisation.
Experience in budgeting, management accounts, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
Strong experience analysing and manipulating financial data.
Experience managing staff and meeting strict deadlines.

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience using financial systems such as SAP and Outlook.
Knowledge of HSE financial regulations and Activity Based Funding is desirable.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong organisational and decision-making abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to explain complex financial information clearly and confidently.
Proactive approach to identifying improvements and implementing practical solutions.