A forward-thinking, rapidly expanding and largest school based Trust in Cumbria. Due to significant growth, a new role for a Senior Finance Manager has been created.The new appointee with the other members of staff will create an East Cumbria hub and will lead the financial management arrangement for the East Cumbria Schools whilst providing technical advice and expertise on central financial and system matters.Reporting to the Head of Finance (Chief Finance Officer), this role is a key member of the Trust's finance team and as a key member of the Trust's wider central support team, the postholder will play an important role in supporting the direction of the Trust at a time of expansion and growth.This role will be suited to an Accountant with strong financial and technical accounting knowledge gained in a multi-complex organisation. Experience of the education and /or not for profit sector or School audit would be beneficial to the role but more importantly, the successful candidate will have:
1. A proven track record in managing finance operations to the highest standard, constantly striving to seek improvements in systems, controls and processes
2. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with staff at all levels and build strong working relationships
3. Strong IT skills and the ability to manage, manipulate and interpret data, with experience of managing and operating key financi...