Michael Page Finance are pleased to be exclusively partnering with a Multi Academy Trust based in Bristol, to appoint a Director of Finance in to their team, to lead the day to day finance function and strategic direction of the organisation.
Client Details
Michael Page Finance are pleased to be exclusively partnering with a Multi Academy Trust based in Bristol, to appoint a Director of Finance in to their team, to lead the day to day finance function and strategic direction of the organisation.
Description
Work closely with the line manager and CEO to develop Trust strategy, ensuring that plans are financially robust, including appropriate financial modelling, resource modelling and options appraisal.
Ensure robust financial management is in place across the Trust in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook, the Trust's Finance Policy, Charities SORP and other relevant current financial regulations.
Provide line management of staff as detailed above, nurturing talent and developing the team for high performance.Provide oversight and strategic direction for financial matters across the Trust.Provide financial information and expert financial advice to the CEO, line manager, the Board of Trustees and its committees.Provide guidance and support in financial matters to other senior leaders within the Trust.Ensure the finance team delivers excellent customer service to its internal clients.Plan and carry out key financial activity including budgeting, forecasting and management accounting.Develop strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and relevant external individuals and organisations.
Profile
A recognised accountancy qualification (for example ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
Excellent people manager able to motivate and develop the team to ensure departmental resilience and continuity of serviceIn depth knowledge of all basic accounting functionsExperience of managing a wide range of financial tasks including budgeting and forecastingExperience of working in a fast moving organisation with divisional reportingUnderpinning knowledge of effective financial procedures and controlsExperience in working with external professional organisations. (auditors, insurers, funding agencies, local authority etc)Experience of supporting senior management by developing effective management information and departmental budgeting and controlExperience of operating at senior management / Board levelAble to prioritise jobs and work under own initiative with minimal supervisionAbility to think strategically and deliver operationallyCapable of developing systems to provide effective financial controlAble to prioritise, managing own workload and perform under short-term pressureCommitted to own continuing professional development
Job Offer
- Salary of £52,000-£57,500
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
- Competitive holiday allowance
This position is based on the outskirts of Bristol and is commutable from central Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Chippenham, Melksham etc.
