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Key Responsibilities
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead on budgeting and forecasting for allocated academies, ensuring alignment with Trust objectives.
- Provide detailed variance analysis and commentary to senior leaders and principals.
- Business Partnering
- Work closely with Headteachers, senior leadership teams, and budget holders to support financial decision-making.
- Translate financial data into actionable insights, influencing operational and strategic plans.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems across the Trust.
- Promote best practice and financial literacy among non-finance stakeholders.
Skills & Experience
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
- Strong financial analysis and business partnering skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience in education, public sector, or not-for-profit essential
- Proficiency in financial systems and strong Excel skills.
Personal Attributes
- Commercially astute with a strong sense of integrity.
- Ability to work collaboratively and influence at all levels.
- Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
An excellent salary and benefits package is offered alongside flexible/ hybrid working.
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