Director of Finance

Director of Finance

The Balfour

Executive and Senior Management Grade C £72,871 - £94,560 plus Distant Islands Allowance where applicable*

Full time 37.5 hours per week

Permanent

Are you a strategic and ambitious finance professional with a passion for delivering exceptional care and services?  NHS Orkney is looking for an excellent visible and compassionate leader and a Director of Finance to join our Board and lead us into our exciting future.

About NHS Orkney:

NHS Orkney serves the vibrant and close-knit community of Orkney, and we have 800 staff across our community, primary and secondary care services.

We are on an exciting journey of improvement. Our Promise (vision) is: Looking after our community and providing excellent care. Our recently published Corporate Strategy - called “Delivering what matters to our community: 2024-2028" is our compass at NHS Orkney and sets out our priorities. 

Recently, we launched our "Team Orkney: Improving Together" programme, a comprehensive organisation-wide improvement programme which brings together improving quality and safety, operational and financial performance and accelerating digitisation under one single programme, aimed at enhancing our care, services, and the overall experience of our patients and staff.  As we continue to grow and innovate, we are committed to listening to and acting on feedback, ensuring that we evolve as a learning organisation.  NHS Orkney Chief Executive 100-day report - Reconnecting with People

The Role:

As the Director of Finance at NHS Orkney, you will be an integral part of our Executive Team, a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team and a voting Board member.  Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will serve as the chief financial advisor to the Board, guiding the organisation’s financial planning and management with your expertise and strategic insight.  You will spearhead the development and execution of our financial strategy, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with our organisational goals and vision.  Your leadership will be crucial in driving NHS Orkney’s strategic objectives and ensuring robust financial health.  Overseeing all financial operations, you will manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards.  Engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners, both within and outside the organisation, you will foster support and secure resources critical to our promise.  You will champion financial performance improvements and operational efficiencies across the organisation, while consistently upholding and embodying our core values of Open and Honest, Respect, and Kindness.  In this influential role and as a Board member and member of our newly-formed Executive Team, you will be at the heart of our efforts when it comes to looking after our community and providing excellent care.

Hear more about this exciting opportunity from our Chief Executive, Laura Skaife-Knight, in the video at the bottom of this advert. 

About You:

You are an experienced and ambitious finance professional with a proven track record of leading with compassion and financial leadership, ideally at Board level within the public sector.  You will bring strong influencing and negotiation skills, and you excel in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will be a very strong team player, as a member of Team Orkney, who is visible and leads with hope, energy and optimism.

Qualifications and Experience:

•           Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent).

•           Significant senior leadership experience in financial management.

•           Demonstrative experience in the public sector, preferably within a healthcare setting.

•           Proven ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve strategic objectives.

•           Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes:

•           Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach to financial planning and management.

•           Collaborative leader with a commitment to NHS Orkney’s mission and values.

•           Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive change.

•           Exceptional integrity, embodying the principles of transparency and accountability.

Why Join NHS Orkney?

Join NHS Orkney and become part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to continuous improvement and learning.  Nestled in a unique and beautiful location, working here offers an exceptional quality of life, blending professional fulfilment with the serene charm of our islands.  Contribute to a community-focused organisation that genuinely values your input and is dedicated to your professional growth and development.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.  For further details or a confidential discussion, please contact our Chief Executive, Laura.Skaife-Knight@nhs.scot directly for a conversation and to find out more about this hugely exciting opportunity.

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