Strategic CFO & Company Secretary — Governance & Growth

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; Hybrid; GBP 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing professional development

Relocation package

Zusammenfassung

St John The Baptist Catholic Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Chief Financial Officer who will sit on the Executive Leadership Team. The role combines lead finance responsibilities with Company Secretary duties for the Board, focusing on long-term sustainability, value for money and governance across the schools.

The post supports the planned merger with a sister trust and offers hybrid working, plus relocation assistance for candidates outside East Anglia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifikationen

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• Significant senior leadership experience.
• Proven track record of governance and organisational leadership.
• Track record of delivering strategic financial leadership within complex organisations.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Trust's financial strategy and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
• Act as the Trust's most senior financial professional, working with the CEO, Board and school leaders.
• Act as Company Secretary and trusted adviser to the Board on governance, compliance and decision-making.
• Ensure high standards of stewardship, accountability and value for money.
• Drive innovation and efficiency across the schools.
• Support growth, merger and expansion projects.
• Develop and lead a professional finance team.
• Sit on the Executive Leadership Team and influence strategic decisions.
• Translate complex financial information into clear strategic insight.

Kenntnisse

Strategic finance

Governance

Board advisory

Relationship management

Ausbildung

Chartered accountant

Jobbeschreibung

St John The Baptist Catholic Multi Academy Trust is seeking a Chief Financial Officer who will sit on the Executive Leadership Team. The role combines lead finance responsibilities with Company Secretary duties for the Board, focusing on long-term sustainability, value for money and governance across the schools.

The post supports the planned merger with a sister trust and offers hybrid working, plus relocation assistance for candidates outside East Anglia. Visa sponsorship is not available.