Leadership, workforce and diversity
Improving the diversity of staff in NHS finance roles and to drive recruitment, retention and development.
Policy and guidance
Our detailed directory of all the resources the HFMA has on offer.
This draft statement sets out the essential attributes of a CFO, along with key roles and example activities. Feedback is welcome by end July.
This map provides a quick reference guide to key guidance documents, national statistics and data from across healthcare systems and think tanks.
This supplement showcases the 2023 winners and those shortlisted for awards. The winners were announced during the HFMA annual conference in December.
Insights from Caroline Clarke’s visit to New York in June 2023, as she took up her new role as NHS England’s London regional director.
This briefing summarises NHS England’s plan, giving an overview of the key messages before focusing in on some of the financial implications.
The HFMA sets out its views on the current NHS pressures and what needs to happen now.
The HFMA annual awards recognise best practice in financial reporting, financial management and governance.
On 17 October, the Chancellor announced that the Government has reversed its decision to repeal the off-payroll working reforms.
Costing has a major role to play in supporting the delivery of sustainable services across the NHS.
The HFMA annual awards recognise best practice in financial reporting, financial management and governance.
The Healthcare Costing for Value Institute and Future-Focused Finance have worked together to develop the Engagement Value Outcome (EVO) framework.
News and analysis
Junior doctors in England have voted to accept a deal that will see their pay rise by an average of 22.3%.
HFMA chief executive Mark Knight talks about the wide influence of NHS finance professionals.
With some significant increases in substantive staff numbers in recent years, there is a push to accelerate the reduction in use of agency workers.
A round-up of recent appointments in NHS finance.
Jonny Gamble discusses the challenges of his move from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust to NHS Golden Jubilee in Scotland.
Developments in healthcare finance over recent months.
Honorary fellowships are awarded to members who make a sustained and substantial commitment to the HFMA.
At the start of September, the HFMA announced the latest results from its masters-level qualifications programme.
Applications are now open for One NHS Finance’s 2025 cohort of the National Finance Leaders Talent Pool.
The NHS will receive no extra funding without reforming the way it operates, prime minister Keir Starmer said in response to the Darzi review.
Nurses and staff on Agenda for Change contracts in Scotland have been offered a 5.5% pay rise in 2024/25.
Danielle Lucas has been a mainstay of the HFMA awards for more than 20 years. In this blog she reflects on how they have changed across the years
Upcoming events
This event will bring together healthcare professionals, to address the challenges and discuss the issues outlined in the Long-Term Workforce Plan.
Sandy Park, Exeter.
Our rockstars & superstars conference aims to recognise the amazing contribution of everyone working in NHS finance, with a particular focus on B2-B6.
We look forward to seeing you at this upcoming 'Introduction to NHS Finance' event.
The Vale Resort
HFMA Scotland Branch: VAT Training Level 3 - VAT in the NHS Advanced
HFMA South West Branch lunch and learn: NHS charity finance
The HFMA Yorkshire and Humber branch would like to invite you to attend our 2024 Annual Conference.
To encourage a positive and realistic approach to a financially secure retirement and help employees make informed choices about retirement.
An intro to ICAEW
Now in place for two years, this session will summarise the work of our local finance academy and look at the training and development opportunities
Join us for an online mindfulness workshop that will empower participants with top mindful tips and tools.
On-demand events
This session will delve into the East of England's regional approach to the productivity challenge.
A case study of Midlands and Lancashire CSU's clever use of PowerBI and Power Automate
Career story by Claire Wilson, HFMA president
Thank you for supporting our HFMA Northern Branch Annual Charity Quiz, once again sponsored by Hays!
This course is for anyone who is studying whilst holding down a full-time job.
This course is designed to provide NHS employees with an overview of the key pension changes.
HFMA Scotland Branch: VAT Training Level 2 - Module E - Charitable Funds and Endowments
HFMA Scotland Branch: VAT Training Level 2 - Module D - Capital and Estates
HFMA Scotland Branch: VAT Training Level 2 - Module C - International
Join HFMA South West for an insightful exploration into the financial intricacies of the South West Ambulance Service NHS FT.
Join us for an online mindfulness workshop that will empower participants with top mindful tips and tools.
The approach to Financial Planning within the NHS from the viewpoint of Regional co-ordination