Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer

Full-time Permanent 36 hours per week

Salary – Circa £70,000 depending on experience

Required for June/July 2020 start

The Oldershaw Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with a recognised accounting qualification or at least 5 Years relevant experience in management accounting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of a financial strategy that ensures the Academy has a long term economically sustainable future.

As CFO and member of the Executive leadership team, you will take collective responsibility for the strategic development and operation of the Academy, contributing to Board meetings and promoting the vision and values of the Trust whilst fostering a collaborative and high performing culture. In addition, you will be accountable for all Function operational activities including:

• commercial performance

• strategy translation

• tactical plans

• alignment with the Trust operational vision

Proven experience in effective building, supplier and contract management, excellent interpersonal relationship skills and strong communication skills at all levels is also essential.

Please apply by completing the attached application form, together with a covering letter and CV supporting your application, by submitting them via email to: schooloffice@oldershaw.wirral.sch.uk 

Closing Date: Friday 27 March 2020

Interviews will be held week commencing 06 April 2020

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all people regardless of their sex, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation.  All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post.  

This post is subject to Enhanced Level DBS check.