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Reference: 4840412Job ID: 5421880Posted: 2026-10-26Closing date: 2027-01-24Location: LiverpoolSalary: 70275 to 81457 plus benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Education & Training / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Michael McGibbonHays office: Liverpool — Part 2nd Floor, 5 St Paul’s Square,Phone: 01512391294Email: mike.mcgibbon@hays.comYour new companyAn ambitious and successful Multi-Academy Trust in Merseyside is looking to appoint a Chief Finance & Operations Officer as it enters an exciting period of future growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence, the Trust combines high expectations with a genuine focus on collaboration, wellbeing and professional development. This is an opportunity to join the senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s future direction. Your new roleAs Chief Finance & Operations Officer, you will take overall responsibility for the Trust’s financial leadership alongside its wider business operations, including Finance, HR, IT, Estates, Administration and Compliance.Working closely with the Principal, Trustees and senior leadership team, you will lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, reporting, audit and risk management, whilst driving continuous improvement across systems, procurement, contracts and operational services. You will also contribute significantly to the Trust’s strategy and plans for future growth.What you'll need to succeedYou will be an experienced senior finance/business leader who can demonstrate:Significant strategic leadership and resource management experienceA strong track record of leading and developing successful teamsSignificant experience of budget management and financial planningPrevious experience within an educational settingExperience leading functions such as Finance, HR, IT, Estates or AdministrationStrong commercial acumen, including procurement and contract managementExcellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skillsThe ability to influence senior leaders and Trustees/GovernorsA finance or business-related degreeA professional accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA would be advantageousWhat you'll get in returnIn addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, this role offers the opportunity to join a passionate leadership team and to make a real difference to the lives of the community.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #LI-DNI #4840412 - Michael McGibbon