Managing the data collected by NHS Fife Addiction Services and providing a range of analytical and information services to appropriately reflect the information requirements. Designing, developing and implementing appropriate systems to maintain and improve the development, collection and application of statistics to advise senior managers and clinicians in making informed decisions and allowing the optimum use of resources to meet their service objectives. Developing and maintaining operational databases and spreadsheets. Duties and Responsibilities:• Influence the development and collation of data, in order to maintain a wide and useful range of up-to-date and accurate health statistics.• Lead in reviews of data collection and use, in order to develop and improve the range of information held and the way in which it is collected and analysed.• Respond to ad-hoc requests to allow managers and clinicians to have available the appropriate concise information that will enable them to manage effectively.• Co-ordinate the production of statistics for performance indicators and present them in an appropriate format.• Develop and maintain procedural guideline documentation to ensure standardisation of working practices.• Establish and maintain meaningful communication and information networks.• Ensure that all projects and practice undertaken comply with relevant policies, standards and quality procedures.

Working as part of the NHS Fife Finance team providing Finance Business Partnering support to the Heads of Service within Fife Health & Social Care Partnership (HSCP), working closely and in partnership with the Chief Finance Officer. Supporting a specific range of complex and diverse service areas which hold a budgetary responsibility of almost £100m. This includes Complex and Critical Care covering Mental Health Services which is a Scottish Government priority area with significant new investment.Duties & Responsibilities:• Develop strong, credible and professional relationships with senior managers, fostering an environment where people take ownership for their financial performance.• Provide clear and expert advice on a range of financial issues including, financial performance management and planning, interpretation of data and financial processes.• Partner and engage with senior managers in the development of operational plans within their departments, challenging the status quo and devising financial solutions that meet present and future challenges• Responsible for ensuring the existence of a strong control environment within Fife HSCP and adherence to NHS Fife’s financial policies and procedures.• Ensure best practice is delivered and shared with the entire Finance function, proactively working with other Finance Business Partners and other Finance colleagues across NHS Fife and Fife HSCP.• Support the development and co-ordination of transformation plans, in support of the overarching programme and deliver a balanced financial plan.• As a member of the operational management team, contribute to and participate in the management and decision making process for relevant services, providing the interface between finance and service planning including the impact of capacity and workforce plans.

Provision of senior management accounting support to a wide and diverse range of professions and disciplines within hospital and community environments. Several job titles held over 20 years within Fife Primary Care (LHCC Accountant, CHP Accountant, Divisional Accountant), reflecting constantly changing NHS structures.Duties and Responsibilties:• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Senior Managers and Clinicians ensuring strong ongoing focus on the best use of resources available.• Ensure a robust analysis and challenge of identified cost pressures and new developments to inform the overall NHS Fife financial planning process.• Ensure visibility to clinical and management colleagues through attendance and active participation in meetings.• Work with senior managers and clinicians within the CHP, to support the identification of opportunities for improved efficiency as part of the overall productivity work plan.• Develop workforce and supplies budgets for the CHP and each area/department, which reflect service requirements and objectives.• Provide a robust financial monitoring role, reviewing and analysing expenditure against budgets.• Provide regular, detailed financial reports which highlight key variances with supporting narrative, ensuring significant variances are investigated and working with budget holders on remedial actions required.• Support the Finance Manager in the preparation of monthly reports to the Committee and other senior management meetings or committees, developing reporting arrangements to ensure these adequately meet the needs of budget holders.• Full line management responsibility for management accountant, including recruitment, discipline, training and personal development planning.

Management Accountant role supporting specific services provided by Fife Primary Care Trust.

Assistant Management Accountant dealing with the Board's corporate budgets.

Higher Clerical Officer role within the Cashier's Department of Financial Services.

Clerical Officer roles within the Creditors Department and Financial Control section of Financial Services.