Summary: The Finance Director role at a Multi Academy Trust involves leading financial strategy and operations on a 1-year Fixed Term Contract. The position requires a qualified accountant to provide assurance to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees, focusing on financial management, risk, and compliance. The successful candidate will be a transformational leader with strong influencing skills, responsible for managing the Finance Team and developing relationships with various stakeholders. This role emphasizes the importance of financial sustainability and compliance within the educational sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues and external bodies.
• Develop a financial strategy focused on pupil needs in collaboration with the COO.
• Lead the Finance Team and coach senior leaders in financial management.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial data.
• Implement effective procurement and purchasing strategies.
• Manage a strong internal control framework and monitor financial KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Champion compliance with financial regulations and promote a value-for-money culture.
• Contribute to strategic plans and maintain positive relations with stakeholders.
• Manage capital investments and explore income diversification opportunities.

Key Skills:

• Qualified accountant.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Experience in financial strategy and risk management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
• Experience in managing finance teams.
• Understanding of procurement and purchasing strategies.
• Ability to design and implement financial strategies.
• Experience in monitoring financial performance against KPIs.
• Transformational leadership qualities.

Salary (Rate): 100000

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other