Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer | Bexley

(3 days per week) Chief Financial Officer vacancy, £55k - £60k, Education Sector

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, exceptionally organised, and innovative Chief Financial Officer to join our partner Trust as part of the leadership team. We are seeking a well-qualified and experienced professional with the drive to contribute to the vision and ambition of the Trust to grow and widen the scope and influence of its values-based approach to aspirational education for all.

Chief Financial Officer Duties Include:

• The Chief Financial Officer role is responsible for the financial development and sustainability of the Trust and for the financial probity of the organisation.
• The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for providing the leadership and management of the trust's finance and business functions, enabling the trust to work effectively towards its aims.
• Support the CEO in their role as the trust's accounting officer.
• Accountable for supporting the trust's strategic development and aims through effective financial planning and management, in line with regulations.
• Advise the CEO, board and other trust leaders on all matters relating to financial strategy and operations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the trust's strategy, providing financial analysis and guidance on all activities, setting financial objectives and monitoring performance.
• Conduct financial due diligence on schools applying to join the trust, and report to the board and other trust leaders with recommendations.
• Contribute to the trust's risk management systems, including identifying strategic and operational financial risks, taking steps to mitigate these risks, and maintaining the trust's risk register.

Chief Financial Officer Requirements:

• Degree level qualification & ACCA/CIMA qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role.
• Experience within education desirable.
• Expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and financial analysis.
• Ambition for personal and organisational growth.
• Courage to make decisions with a forward-thinking mindset.

If this Chief Financial Officer role is of interest to you, please do not hesitate to contact Jonathan at Ribbons & Reeves ASAP!