Chief Financial Officer

Logic Resourcing Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Chief Financial Officer who will ensure robust financial strategies to support their growth. This role offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced leave and pension. Ideal candidates will have significant finance leadership experience, with qualifications in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA. Join a leadership team dedicated to maximizing funding and enhancing financial sustainability.

Benefits

Up to £120,000 salary

Hybrid working

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Finance Director or Chief Finance Officer.
• Experience within the education or public sector (beneficial but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial aspects of the Trust to support growth.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the central finance function.
• Implement effective financial controls and reporting systems.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Experience in financial leadership

Education

Recognised qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)

Job description

Overview

On behalf of a reputable and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, we re seeking a Chief Financial Officer who can drive the Trust s continued growth while making a lasting impact on young people s futures

The successful CFO will enjoy hybrid working, industry-leading benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement, an enhanced pension scheme, and access to health and wellbeing support through Occupational Health.

What You’ll Do

Reporting directly to the CEO, you ll lead all financial aspects of the Trust, ensuring robust strategies and systems are in place to support excellence and sustainable growth.

You ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the central finance function, providing strong leadership and guidance to the finance team. You ll add significant value by implementing effective financial controls, processes, and reporting systems that enhance resource management across multiple schools and educational sites.

With the Trust s long-term growth plans, this role offers an exciting challenge for the right individual. As a trusted member of the senior leadership team, you ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, contributing to strategic initiatives that maximise funding, strengthen financial sustainability, and maintain transparency and accountability to stakeholders.

What You’ll Need

We re looking for an experienced senior finance professional who s passionate about making a tangible difference in a highly rewarding environment. To be considered, you ll need:

• Previous experience as a Finance Director or Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
• Experience within the education or public sector (beneficial but not essential)
• A recognised qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage key stakeholders across the organisation

Role Details

• Salary: Up to £120,000
• Hybrid Working
• Enhanced annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced, company-contributed pension scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package

This role would suit a CFO, Chief Finance Officer, Finance Director, or senior financial leader with experience working within Education Trusts, Academy Trusts, or the wider education sector.