Head of Finance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a highly successful multi-academy trust committed to transforming lives through education. This pivotal role will lead the Trust’s financial strategy, ensure robust financial management and compliance while supporting the CEO and senior leadership teams across multiple schools.

Role information:

-            Day rate: £350 - £450 per day

-            Contract type: Full time, 1 year contract

-            Start date: February

-            Location: Woodford

Job Responsibilities:

-            Lead the development and delivery of the Trust’s financial strategy, including 5-yr plans and annual budgets

-            Prepare and monitor realistic, balanced budgets for each school, ensuring financial performance aligns with agreed targets

-            Oversee financial systems and controls, ensuring compliance with Dfe, EFSA, Companies House, and Charity Commission requirements

-            Produce timely accurate financial reports for senior leadership, governors, and external stakeholders

-            Act as the key contact for internal external auditors, ensuring efficient completion of financial returns

-            Maximise income through grants, lettings, and commercial partnerships, presenting fully costed proposals and bids

-            Manage payroll operations and review salary expenditure across the Trust

-            Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager to negotiate contracts and ensure value for money

-            Influence strategic decision-making and attend senior leadership meetings across schools

-            Ensure effective planning and resource allocation to support school improvement plans

Candidate profile:

-            Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within the education sector

-            Strong background in financial strategy, budgeting, and compliance

-            Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex financial data clearly

-            Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

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