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 3 day per week 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:

1. The Chief Financial Officer role is responsible for the financial development and sustainability of the Trust and for the financial probity of the organisation.
2. 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.
3. They will support the CEO in their role as the trust's accounting officer.
4. The CFO will be accountable for supporting the trust's strategic development and aims through effective financial planning and management, in line with regulations.
5. Advise the CEO, board and other trust leaders on all matters relating to financial strategy and operations.
6. 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.
7. Conduct financial due diligence on schools applying to join the trust, and report to the board and other trust leaders with recommendations.
8. 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:

1. Degree level qualification & ACCA/CIMA qualification or equivalent.
2. Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role.
3. Experience within education desirable.
4. Expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and financial analysis.
5. Ambition for personal and organisational growth.
6. 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!

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Chief Financial Officer in Bexley.

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