221958 - Chief Finance Officer

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 87,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting leadership opportunity as the Section 95 Officer with NHS National Services Scotland is available in Aberdeen City. This role is pivotal in leading the Financial Recovery Plan and requires a qualified accountant with extensive experience in public sector finance. Candidates should possess strong analytical and strategic skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in public sector finance, ideally in local government or NHS.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and build trust.
• Commitment to public value and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Financial Recovery Plan.
• Shape a longer-term financial strategy.
• Engage with elected members and executive leaders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong analytical skills

Strategic capabilities

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Shape the future of public service finance

The Aberdeenshire Integration Joint Board (IJB) commissions health and social care services for older people, vulnerable adults, and carers across our region — enabling them to live safely and independently within their communities.

This role is absolutely central to the success of the IJB’s Financial Recovery Plan. You will be driving forward the organisation’s most urgent priorities—ensuring savings are delivered, risks are tightly managed, and progress is clearly communicated to senior leaders. With your strategic insight and financial leadership, you will not only embed robust controls and forecasting but also shape the refreshed Medium-Term Financial Strategy that underpins sustainable recovery and long-term resilience.

This is a high-impact role spanning substantial budgets and multi-agency collaboration — ideal for someone ready to lead with purpose and precision.

About You

• Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Leadership experience in public sector finance — particularly local government or the NHS
• Strong analytical and strategic capabilities
• Skilled at building trust and driving outcomes across senior stakeholder groups
• Committed to public value, system integration, and continuous improvement

The role

As the IJB’s Section 95 Officer, you will lead the delivery of our Financial Recovery Plan and shape a longer-term financial strategy. You will work across Council and NHS systems, strengthen financial governance, and engage with elected members, committees, and executive leaders — helping us redefine resilient, people-focused public service.

The job profile and further information on this role and partnership is available in the candidate pack which can be obtained via https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/433194

Requirements

The employer and salary will be dependent on the appointed individual’s background and experience.

· Aberdeenshire Council: JNC25 (£87,202)
· NHS: Agenda for Change Band 8c (£87,400 - £93,685)

This is a Politically Restricted position as identified by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Further information on restrictions as a result of this designation is available here.

It is Aberdeenshire Council’s procedure that applicants for vacancies of this nature require to participate in an assessment centre as well as interview.

Aberdeenshire Council appreciates the value of a diverse workforce. We adopt inclusive practices, transparent policies and foster a culture built on mutual respect.

Informal enquiries to: Leigh Jolly, Chief Officer, Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership [e-mail] ; and Mary Beattie Head of Service Finance, Aberdeenshire Council [e-mail]

To apply for this role please follow this link - https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/433194