Strategic Finance Leader for Educational Trust

North Cotswold Schools Federation Mat; Broad Campden; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Cotswold Schools Federation MAT is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the Trust's financial strategy and ensure robust financial governance across all schools. The CFO will work closely with the CEO and Directors to shape the strategic vision, oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, maintain financial policies, and ensure compliance with the Academies Handbook and statutory requirements.

Experience in an educational setting is desirable and the role requires influencing senior

Qualifications

• The position requires an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent by experience.
• Experience in an educational setting is desirable and beneficial for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trust's financial strategy and ensure robust financial governance.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and maintain financial policies and procedures for compliance with the Academies Handbook.

Skills

Accounting qualification

Experience in education

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

North Cotswold Schools Federation MAT is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the Trust's financial strategy and ensure robust financial governance across all schools. The CFO will work closely with the CEO and Directors to shape the strategic vision, oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, maintain financial policies, and ensure compliance with the Academies Handbook and statutory requirements.

Experience in an educational setting is desirable and the role requires influencing senior