Strategic CFO for Education Trust—Growth & Governance

Southbroom Infants' School; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 118,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

The White Horse Federation seeks an inspiring and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer to lead and elevate financial operations across one of the region’s largest multi-academy trusts. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will shape a forward-looking financial strategy and ensure governance and value-for-money across 30 schools—rising to 40 by November—and central services.

This role requires an ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA qualified accountant with senior leadership experience,

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with senior leadership experience and strategic vision.
• Proven track record in financial transformation and performance improvement.
• Strong governance, safeguarding and compliance mindset.
• Collaborative leader who thrives in values-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and elevate financial operations across 30 schools, expanding to 40.
• Shape forward-looking financial strategy and ensure value-for-money.
• Provide robust governance, risk management and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team to enable sustainable growth.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Strategic thinking

Senior leadership

Governance & compliance

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA qualified

Job description

The White Horse Federation seeks an inspiring and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer to lead and elevate financial operations across one of the region’s largest multi-academy trusts. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will shape a forward-looking financial strategy and ensure governance and value-for-money across 30 schools—rising to 40 by November—and central services.

This role requires an ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA qualified accountant with senior leadership experience,