Chief Finance Officer (AHSCP)

Job Description

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.

This is your chance to be part of purposeful public finance—where your leadership shapes real outcomes and drives lasting improvement. You will join a committed team delivering services that truly matter, with the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Bring your vision, expertise, and drive, and help us create meaningful, enduring impact.

Further information on the role and partnership available in the candidate pack

Informal enquiries to: Leigh Jolly, Chief Officer, Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership leigh.jolly@aberdeenshire.gov.uk ; and Mary Beattie Head of Service Finance, Aberdeenshire Council mary.beattie@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

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.