Education Trust Finance Leader - Deputy CFO

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrincham College seeks a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead financial management across the Trust and its schools. You will supervise a team of Finance Officers, coordinate budgets, monthly accounts, VAT, payroll checks and external audits, ensuring robust controls and value for money.

The role requires strong leadership, organisational skills and a commitment to educational finance with a focus on safeguarding and governance in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of educational financial management and budget analysis.
• Monthly accounts preparation, provide financial guidance to senior leaders.
• Financial accounting experience including reconciliations and payroll checks.
• Finance qualification relevant to the role.
• Ability to inspire confidence and think creatively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Finance Officer in financial leadership for the Trust and its schools.
• Hold trust-wide responsibility for comprehensive financial planning and controls.
• Prepare management accounts and present to stakeholders.
• Line manage the finance team including induction, training and appraisal.
• Oversee budget plans, cash flow, VAT accounting, and audit coordination.
• Co-ordinate annual external audits and internal assurance reviews.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and stock/invoice processing.
• Deliver reports to Trustees, Governors and School Leaders.

Job description

Altrincham College seeks a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to lead financial management across the Trust and its schools. You will supervise a team of Finance Officers, coordinate budgets, monthly accounts, VAT, payroll checks and external audits, ensuring robust controls and value for money.

The role requires strong leadership, organisational skills and a commitment to educational finance with a focus on safeguarding and governance in a busy school environment.