Chief Financial Officer

Overview

In this role you will provide strategic financial, operational and estate leadership for a growing multi-academy trust. You will work closely with the CEO and Trust Board to ensure robust financial management, governance and long-term sustainability. You will lead a dedicated team across finance, estates, procurement, HR and digital strategy, and support the Trust’s development and school improvement. This is an opportunity to shape growth and have a meaningful impact on children and communities served. You will join a values-driven, collaborative culture with opportunities for professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• generous annual leave
• hybrid working
• professional development
• competitive salary

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across finance, business and operational functions
• Ensure robust financial management, governance and long-term sustainability
• Lead and develop a dedicated team across finance, estates, procurement, HR and digital strategy
• Oversee key areas including estates, procurement, HR and digital strategy
• Support school improvement and the Trust’s continued development
• Collaborate with CEO and Trust Board on financial and strategic decision-making

Key requirements

• Significant senior financial leadership experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to combine financial expertise with a collaborative approach
• Experience in education is welcomed but not essential

• collaborative
• communication
• values-driven
• financial leadership
• governance and risk management
• estates management

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