At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and ensure compliance for our education Trust.
- Company: Join a dynamic education Trust focused on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and autonomy.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative Leadership Team shaping the future of our Trust.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the education sector while driving strategic financial management.
- Qualifications: Proven finance leadership experience and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
This is anexciting opportunity for an experienced and inspirational education business professionalto act as our Chief Finance and Operations Officer, with responsibility for the non-teaching business and financial operations of the Trust and for ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and statutory requirements.
We are looking to build on existing financial systems, driving best practice through a range of areas including strategic financialmanagement, procurement, contract negotiations, and tendering.
Taking overallresponsibility for the financial leadership and management of the Trust toensure financial sustainability as we endeavour to grow the Trust.
An experienced financeor accounting professional with outstanding leadership skills and a trackrecord of success at senior level, you should bring an enterprising approach tobusiness development, strategy and partnerships to help us achieve ourstrategic objectives, effectively leading the Trust’s finances and contributeto the strategic direction and future of our Trust.
The CFOO will have a keyrole to play in the Leadership Team, contributing to Trust-level decisionmaking and strategies for future growth and development.
The successfulcandidate will be able to demonstrate that they have
- Financial expertise to help us navigate thecurrent challenges being faced by the education sector.
- A passion for working in the educationsector and commitment to our mission and vision.
- The ability to think strategically as wellas have a good understanding of the wider context beyond education.
- The ability to inspire confidence and thinkcreatively.
- A commitment to lead through others andempower teams.
- The ability to problem-solve with goodorganisation and prioritisation skills.
- A commitment to always place our children atthe centre of decision making.
We believe ininvesting and supporting our staff to be the best that they can be, as well asgiving people ownership of their responsibilities and the autonomy to beproactive.
This is a role in which you will get the opportunity to thrive.
We welcome applications from people within and beyond theeducation sector.
Purpose
The Chief Finance and Operations Officer is responsible for the non-teaching business and financial operationsof the Trust and for ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations andstatutory requirements.
They will lead and manage the Trust’s business functions including Finance, Admin, HR, IT and Estates &Compliance, and by supporting commercial decision-making will enable the Trustto work effectively towards the delivery of its vision, aims and agreed strategicdirection.
Chief Finance and Operations Officer in Knowsley employer: Rainhill High School
Rainhill High School is an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, where every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the educational experience for students. With a strong emphasis on professional development and growth opportunities, staff are encouraged to expand their skills while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance in a vibrant community setting. Joining our Office Team means being part of a dedicated group that values positive relationships and teamwork, making a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the school as a whole.
