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2 x 37hpw posts – 1 permanent and 1 fixed term to 30/04/2026
An opportunity has arisen for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to work within the financial management team within NHS Highland.
These roles will be part of a team of staff whose aim is to deliver a high quality financial management service, providing high quality financial information and analysis to budget holders and senior finance staff.
You are required to work closely with Heads of Operations, Services Managers and other budget holders, providing timely and accurate information and advice to facilitate the effective monitoring and management of the financial position and to support the decision making process in relation to the Services allocated to you. You will be expected to play a significant role in the formulation of the annual budget and savings plan for those Services.
These Posts Are Ideally Suited To Applicants Who Have Extensive Experience In The Finance Department Or a Newly Qualified Accountant / Recent Accountancy Graduates With a Desire To Work In Financial Management Or Of a Complex Organization And Can Demonstrate The Following Essential Attributes:
* Strong communication skills, due to the need to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to a range of different audiences using a variety of media.
* Sound leadership qualities and team working ethos.
* Good planning, organization and time management skills.
* A flexible approach is required to fulfil the duties in an environment with ever changing and / or conflicting priorities.
* A positive attitude towards maintaining and supporting a culture of continuous service improvement, and a learning environment.
Informal queries are welcomed by Ros Philip (Head of Finance – Acute) at ros.philip1@nhs.scot or Cara Sutherland (Finance Manager – Acute) at cara.sutherland@nhs.scot.
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.
Additional Information For Candidates:
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NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We strive to ensure a positive environment supported by our NHS and Social Care values:
* Care and compassion
* Dignity and respect
* Openness, honesty and responsibility
* Quality and teamwork
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Hospitals and Health Care
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