Chief Financial Officer - CFO (Contract) in Leeds

Chief Financial Officer - CFO (Contract) in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time On-site
Leeds City Council

Chief Financial Officer - Ethos Academy TrustSalary: Band 1 L16 – L20 77,676 - 85547, Band 2 L21 -L25 87,664 - 96,694Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Location: Central Team based within Reach Academy, BatleyClosing Date and Time: Wednesday 21st October 2026 at 9amWe are looking to appoint a Chief Financial Officer to join our passionate and hardworking team at Ethos Academy Trust. As a member of the Trust's Executive Team, the CFO will have overall operational and strategic responsibility for all aspects of the Trust's finances, including financial planning, asset management accounting, payroll, risk management and procurement and, in conjunction with the Executive Team, ensure the Trust is in a sustainable financial position. The CFO line manages the Trust's Central Finance Team and strategically supports school-based staff. The CFO will attend and actively contribute to Trust Board meetings and the Finance, Audit and Risk committee meetings. Band 1 L16 – L20 (77,676 - 85,547)Band 2 L21 -L25 (87,664 - 96,694)The higher salary band is reserved for candidates who bring exceptional levels of expertise, experience, and performance. Safeguarding statementEthos Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced DBS check (including Children's Barred List) and past employment references.

Chief Financial Officer - CFO (Contract) in Leeds employer: Leeds City Council

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