We\'re Hiring: Contract Finance Manager (Qualified Accountant) Dual Base – Chertsey Head Office & Trust Hospital Main Office Full-Time | Contract Role Annual Turnover Responsibility: £38 million (Soft FM & Retail Contracts)Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for driving financial performance in healthcare? We\'re looking for a dynamic Contract Finance Manager to join our team and take financial ownership of two high-profile contracts in the South region, including the second-largest Soft FM NHS contract managed by Medirest.This is a pivotal, high-impact role with dual office locations — our Head Office in Chertsey and on-site at the Trust Hospital, with travel between both as business needs arise. What You’ll Be DoingYou will act as a strategic business partner to the Contract Director, providing insight and challenge to drive cost-effectiveness, service improvement, and commercial growth. You’ll lead a team of 4 on-site finance professionals, ensuring both development and delivery across a wide range of financial responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:Full ownership of P&L and balance sheet reportingLead monthly reviews, budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc analysisManage contract risk, working capital, and financial performanceSupport client tenders and capital expenditure appraisalsDrive working capital improvements and net growth opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across all levels✅ What We’re Looking ForEssential:Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or QBE with extensive finance experienceStrong business partnering skills — able to influence and challengeHigh attention to detail, advanced Excel, and analytical capabilityCommercial mindset with proven ability to improve business outcomesConfident communicator across finance and non-finance teamsTeam management and mentoring experienceDesirable:Experience in multi-site/multi-contract environmentsKnowledge of SAP & Cognos Why Join Us?Work at the heart of one of the most significant NHS Soft FM contractsPlay a key role in transforming healthcare support servicesInfluence senior stakeholders and shape strategic decision-makingBe part of a passionate, collaborative team focused on excellence and impactIf you\'re ready to make a difference in healthcare finance and thrive in a dual-location role with real influence, we want to hear from you. Apply now
