Finance & Governance Chair (Strategic Leader)

SGOSS - Governors for Schools; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

SGOSS - Governors for Schools is seeking a Finance, Resources, and Projects Committee Chair to strengthen strategic governance in Sunderland. The ideal candidate will be a senior financial leader with oversight skills in financial strategy and resource management. This role is crucial in supporting the delivery of the Strategic Plan 2025–2030.

Strong experience in managing complex budgets and multi-site operations is essential to foster a successful governance structure.

Qualifications

• Senior financial leader (e.g., ACA/ACCA or equivalent, CFO/Finance Director level).
• Oversight of financial strategy, resources, and major projects.
• Desirable experience of projects, mergers/acquisitions, or organisational consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of financial strategy.
• Manage complex budgets and multi-site operations.
• Build strong working relationships.

Skills

Finance

Strategic Leadership

Risk/Compliance

Education

Senior financial leadership qualifications (e.g., ACA/ACCA)

Job description

SGOSS - Governors for Schools is seeking a Finance, Resources, and Projects Committee Chair to strengthen strategic governance in Sunderland. The ideal candidate will be a senior financial leader with oversight skills in financial strategy and resource management. This role is crucial in supporting the delivery of the Strategic Plan 2025–2030.

Strong experience in managing complex budgets and multi-site operations is essential to foster a successful governance structure.