Chief Finance Officer

Seeking a Chief Finance Officer to join a multi academy trust across South London and Kent.

You will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for all aspects of the Trust’s finances. You will be expected to make a direct contribution to defining strategic priorities that will shape the future of the Trust. You will create robust budgets and forecasts, provide analysis and insight to support decision making, lead and support key projects and ensure financial records meet compliance standards.

As a strategic, yet approachable leader, the successful candidate will need to have outstanding financial leadership skills and be able to work in a positive and proactive way at all levels across the Trust. The CFO will be an active participant in the Trust’s leadership team, developing and implementing the strategic direction of this forward looking, successful and thriving Trust.

Office based role

Part time - 3/4 days per week

£55k to £70k - depending on days and experience

To be successful you will need:

- would look at experience across different sectors, working in the finance industry, the independent school sector along with those who already work in public schools or academies.

- a proven record of delivery at a strategic financial level, coupled with a track record in developing high performing teams and individuals.

- You should have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to engage and communicate with Directors, Trustees, staff and the wider community through excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Leadership and management skills

Benefits to you:

• Great colleagues

• A clear sense of direction and moral purpose

• An opportunity to be involved in an exciting time for the Trust and be part of their journey of expansion and development

• Excellent terms and conditions of employment including membership of a Pension Scheme

• Private Health Insurance

• Free access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Services

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Central location within Bromley

If you are interested in the above role please apply now!