At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and ensure sustainability for Lunesdale Learning Trust's growth.
- Company: Join a values-driven multi-academy trust focused on excellence and community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities to influence educational funding and governance.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting growth phase, supporting schools and shaping futures.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with strong leadership and financial management skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
We are currently seeking a values-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to be responsible for the financial development and sustainability of Lunesdale Learning Trust.
The CFO will drive internal excellence by providing strong financial leadership, guidance and stewardship to deliver the organisation’s financial objectives.
This rewarding role involves working directly with the Trust Leader (CEO) and Chief Operations Officer (COO), our Trust Board and our central team.
This role is vital to the financial stability and growth of the Trust which supports our pupils, colleagues and school communities.
The successful candidate would be joining our Trust at an exciting time of growth, moving from circa £12M pa turnover to circa £50M pa, with the future planned onboarding of 3 additional secondary schools and a primary school, in Phase 1 of our growth strategy, with phase 2 and phase 3 planning established.
The role supports the leadership and finance staff within the central team and school level in performing their roles, ensuring that the Trust operates outstanding financial compliance and governance in line with the Academy Trust Handbook and the annual accounts directives.
- What We Are Looking For
- An experienced and fully qualified accountant. Whilst financial experience of the education sector is preferred, this is not essential.
- A values-driven, strategic problem-solver who wants to make a difference.
- A proven track record in leading and developing a team successfully.
- The ability to prioritise your workload and the associated teams whilst maintaining accuracy and meeting key deadlines.
- Strong working knowledge of financial management systems and ability to project accurate cashflow forecasts.
- An analytical approach with the ability to respond effectively to the changing landscape of educational funding.
- An ability to establish robust, accurate and sustainable financial management and monitoring systems to support the ambitious growth of our Trust.
Lunesdale Learning Trust is a special place as not only do we serve our current two schools, we also provide finance, payroll and HR services to 10 partner schools.
Presently, LLT is filled with over 1500 inspirational young people and nearly 250 expert staff.
We have an unrelenting focus on excellence, based on positive and engaging relationships.
Our founding schools, QES and QEStudio, come together to allow us to provide a balance between academic, vocational and technical learning, giving our students the skills, qualifications and experiences to be the best in the country.
As a Trust, we believe every young person deserves the space, support and challenge to thrive.
Our trust brings together schools across the North with a shared commitment to excellence, inclusion and community – creating a partnership where every learner’s future is strengthened by the collective expertise of many.
We are a values based, community focused, cross-phase multi-academy trust serving Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Lancashire.
Mr David Waugh, Executive Headteacher and Trust Leader
If you require further information or wish to discuss the post, please do feel free to get in touch on 015242 71275 or by email to recruitment@qes. org. uk
The Lunesdale Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), other statutory required clearance and reference checks with previous employers.
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Chief Financial Officer in Knowsley employer: Lunesdale Learning Trust
Lunesdale Learning Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a values-driven work culture that prioritises excellence and community engagement. As the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our financial strategy during an exciting period of growth, with ample opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of our students. Located in the heart of Cumbria, North Yorkshire, and Lancashire, we offer a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the educational landscape and the futures of over 1500 young people.
