Chief Financial Officer – Multi-Academy Trust | Gloucestershire
Location:
Gloucestershire
Contract:
Permanent
Salary:
£70,000 – £80,000 per annum
Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for education and impact? Join a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust in Gloucestershire as our new
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
and help shape the future of our schools and communities.
About the Role
As CFO, you will be a key member of the Trust's executive leadership team, responsible for the strategic oversight of financial operations across all academies. You'll lead on financial planning, compliance, risk management, and resource optimisation to ensure long-term sustainability and growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Trust's financial strategy and operations
* Ensure compliance with ESFA and DfE financial regulations
* Provide financial insight and reporting to the CEO and Board of Trustees
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance
* Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders
* Drive value for money and efficiency across the Trust
What We're Looking For
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Proven experience in senior financial leadership, ideally within education or the public sector
* Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Commitment to the values and mission of the Trust
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a dynamic and growing Trust with a clear vision
* Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people
* Work with a supportive and ambitious leadership team