Director of Finance

THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION; Swindon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Multi-Academy Trust in Swindon seeks a Director of Finance to manage its finance function. You will provide expert financial guidance, support strategic financial planning, and ensure compliance with statutory deadlines. The ideal candidate has experience within education finance and possesses strong leadership skills. This role offers diverse responsibilities and significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Discounts on Gym Membership

Menopause support network

Blue Light Discount

Eye Care Vouchers

Tusker Car Purchase Scheme

Ongoing training on safeguarding

CPD Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role within an educational setting.
• Ability to provide clear financial advice to senior leadership.
• Strong understanding of financial planning and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance function of the Trust.
• Provide strategic financial planning support.
• Manage expectations of Trust leaders on financial matters.
• Ensure adherence to statutory deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Relevant financial qualification

Job description

Overview

The role: Director of Finance, Join a Leading Multi-Academy Trust Driving Excellence in Education. The White Horse Federation is a thriving Multi-Academy Trust of 30 schools across Swindon, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional education and creating opportunities that transform lives. We are now looking for a strategic and visionary Director of Finance to lead our finance function and play a critical role in shaping the future of the Trust. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will manage the Finance function on behalf of the Chief Financial and Operations Officer and professional leadership. Providing expert financial guidance, driving performance, and supporting long-term financial planning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the core Finance function on behalf of the Chief Financial and Operations Officer, providing visible and professional leadership.
• Provide sound financial advice and support including contributing to strategic financial planning, prioritisation and development.
• Manage expectations of Trust leaders in a proactive and positive manner, ensuring the Finance team deliver a customer-focused approach with pragmatic solutions.
• Ensure that the Trust adheres to statutory deadlines.
• The Director of Finance will contribute to the aims of the Trusts strategic objectives by undertaking specific responsibilities listed in the job description.
• A busy and varied role where no two days are the same!
• A friendly, supportive team who are committed to providing a high quality service.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking Trust with high aspirations for students, staff and school improvement.

Benefits

• Exciting and relevant CPD and career development opportunities.
• A range of employee benefits including Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and employee assistance programme.
• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on Gym Membership
• Menopause support network
• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Tusker Car Purchase Scheme
• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential
• Excellent Pension Scheme with employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day's leave per year