Chief Finance Officer

Pratap Partnership Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin College Trust, a newly formed MAT in Grimsby, seeks an exceptional Chief Finance Officer to shape its future. Reporting to the Principal and CEO, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance and HR, ensuring financial stability, robust systems and effective resources to deliver the Trust's strategic vision.

Leading the finance function and advising the Board on financial performance, risk, and sustainability, you will collaborate with senior leaders to support long-term growth

Qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualification advantageous
• Previous senior finance leadership experience in education or public sector
• Strong commercial judgement and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function, including planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Oversee statutory accounts, treasury management, audit and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook requirements.
• Advise the Board and committees on financial performance, risk and sustainability.
• Provide leadership support to the HR Manager and shape people strategy.
• Support capital investment, procurement and optimal use of resources.
• Contribute to strategic development and long-term financial sustainability.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Treasury management

Audit

Financial controls

Stakeholder communication

People leadership

Procurement

Strategic planning

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

More than a leadership role. An opportunity to make a lasting difference to an entire community.

Franklin College Trust is an ambitious educational organisation and an important part of the Grimsby community, helping young people build their futures, raise their aspirations and access opportunities that can genuinely change their lives.

As a newly formed empty Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), Franklin College Trust has entered an important new phase of its development. This creates a rare opportunity for an exceptional Chief Finance Officer to play a pivotal role in shaping its future. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who wants to use their skills and expertise to make a meaningful difference and contribute to the future of the town and its young people.

Reporting directly to the Principal and CEO, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance and HR, ensuring the Trust has financial stability, robust systems and effective resources to deliver its strategic vision. In this broad and influential leadership position, you will be expected to combine strategic thinking with a hands- on approach. You will work closely with the Principal and CEO, senior leadership team and Board of Directors, providing sound financial advice, supporting future planning and ensuring the effective stewardship of the Trust's resources.

• Leading the finance function, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Overseeing statutory accounts, treasury management, audit and financial controls.
• Ensuring compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook requirements.
• Advising the Board and its committees on financial performance, risk and long- term sustainability.
• Providing leadership and support to the HR Manager, helping shape and deliver the Trust's people strategy.
• Supporting capital investment, procurement and the effective use of resources.
• Contributing to the strategic development and long- term financial sustainability of the Trust.

Ideally, you will combine strong financial credentials with sound commercial judgement, excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships at every level.

You may already be a CFO, Finance Director or Head of Finance within the education sector, or perhaps a senior finance professional from another sector looking to bring your experience into a rewarding and purpose- driven environment. A professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) would be advantageous, although relevant senior- level experience and leadership capability are equally important

For an experienced finance professional looking for a role where they can use their expertise to make a lasting difference, this is an opportunity to influence important decisions, work alongside an ambitious leadership team and help ensure resources are invested where they can have the greatest impact – in the education, opportunities and future prospects of young people.

Closing Date and Shortlisting - 27th November 2026