Chief Finance Officer - Penn Hall School

Join the Journey of Excellence at Amethyst Academies Trust!

Are you a visionary financial leader with a passion for education? Amethyst Academies Trust, a family of schools dedicated to empowering students to achieve their full potential, is seeking a dynamic Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to steer our financial strategy and sustainability.

As a pivotal member of our Executive Team, you’ll collaborate closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Board of Trustees to ensure financial growth, compliance, and innovation across the Trust. Your expertise will drive our mission to establish the foundations for our academies to achieve educational excellence by educating and inspiring the whole child, valuing inclusivity, developing character and building cultural capital.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Leadership:Shape the Trust’s financial direction, develop financial plans, and provide expert advice to Trust leaders.
• Financial Management:Oversee budgets exceeding £10 million, ensure compliance with the Academies Handbook.
• Reporting & Compliance:Deliver timely financial reports, prepare annual accounts, and maintain compliance.
• Team Leadership:Manage and inspire a dedicated finance team, fostering professional growth and best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA qualification.
• Proven leadership in financial management, ideally in education or a similarly regulated sector.
• Expertise in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
• Exceptional analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to shape and influence the financial strategy of a growing MAT.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment with passionate colleagues.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.
• Competitive remuneration and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Annual Leave: 26 days, 8 days Bank Holidays, plus 4 discretionary days.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.

Working Arrangements:
Flexible working patterns, including one day per week working from home.

Ready to Lead and Inspire?
Apply now to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the future of education at Amethyst Academies Trust.

Application forms should be returned to Jill Lines, HR Manager – jlines@aatrust.co.uk

Closing Date: 17thJanuary 2025.

Interviews: W/C 20thJanuary 2025

Start Date: Dependant on Notice Period