FWB Advises on Appointment of Chief Financial Officer at Inverclyde Council

FWB is delighted to have advised Inverclyde Council on the appointment of David Forbes as Chief Financial Officer (Section 95 Officer). This is a pivotal leadership role within the Council’s Corporate Management Team, responsible for strategic financial management and ensuring effective administration of the Council’s financial affairs.

David joins Inverclyde Council from North Ayrshire Council, where he has worked since 2016 and most recently held the position of Senior Manager for Strategic Business. With over 40 years of experience in Scottish local authorities, David has held senior finance roles in Renfrewshire and East Ayrshire Councils and earlier in his career managed operational services across water, sewerage, roads, and social work.

Commenting on his appointment, David said:

“I am delighted to be joining Inverclyde Council as the new Chief Financial Officer. My career has always been in local authorities where I am proud to make a difference to the communities we serve. Finance is always busy but I’m joining as we start to finalise the budget for 2026/27 which I know the finance team and Members’ Budget Working Group have been working hard on. I am looking forward to getting to know Inverclyde, its people and its priorities.”

Kirsten Hendry, Associate Director at FWB, added:

“We are thrilled to have supported Inverclyde Council in this important appointment. David brings exceptional experience in public sector finance and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing local authorities. His leadership will be invaluable as the Council continues to deliver its ambitious plans for the community, and we wish him and the team every success.”

FWB is proud to have partnered with Inverclyde Council on this appointment and looks forward to seeing the impact of David’s leadership in delivering success for every child, citizen, and community.