NHS Highland
Divisional Finance Manager - Planning and Central Services
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Divisional Finance Manager: Planning & Central Services
We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance professional to join NHS Highland as Divisional Finance Manager: Planning & Central Services. This is a senior leadership role with system-wide impact, supporting financial sustainability and service transformation within a large and complex organisation.
About the Role
You will:
- Lead the 3-year financial planning process, identifying and monitoring cost pressures, funding, and savings targets
- Oversee financial management of a portfolio worth approximately £250m, including:
- Budget setting
- Forecasting
- Monitoring
- Reporting
- Provide expert financial advice to senior leaders, clinicians, and budget holders
- Lead and develop a finance team of approximately 20 staff
The role supports NHS Highland’s Board initiatives to transition back to financial balance and ensures long-term financial stability in the public health sector.
Responsibilities
Key Duties:
- Lead strategic financial planning in alignment with NHS Scotland’s operational priorities
- Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
- Advise on financial efficiency, risk management, and funding strategies
- Support service alignment, transformation, and cost restraint measures
- Uphold regulatory compliance and governance requirements
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Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience:
- CCAB or CIMA qualification as a chartered accountant
- Significant senior-level experience in financial management, planning, and strategic decision-making
- Proven ability to lead a finance team of 20+ professionals
- High-level stakeholder engagement and communication skills, particularly with clinical and non-finance directors
- Energy and enthusiasm for healthcare financial frameworks, including NHS Scotland’s structures
Desirable:
- NHS or public sector experience, ideally in a financial leadership capacity
- Healthcare cost modelling and strategic expenditure forecasting expertise
- Multimedia presentation skills for financial reporting
About NHS Highland
NHS Highland is Scotland’s largest regional provider, covering 12,500 sq miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. With 10,700+ employees, the organisation plays a pivotal role in shaping the local economy. The culture of transparency, accountability, and teamwork drives all operations.
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Equality and Inclusion
NHS Scotland fosters inclusivity and eliminates discrimination. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from:
- Gaelic speakers (Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchdlabhairt na Gàidhlig.)
Application Notes:
- Ensure your residence details match those on official identification.
- Applications must be submitted via Jobtrain—CVs will not be accepted.
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For further details, contact:* Elaine Ward, Deputy Director of Finance.
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Deadline: Role closes at midnight on the indicated submission date.
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