Academy Finance Officer

An exciting opportunity to be part of something special!

Waterton Academy Trust, Wakefield’s first primary only academy trust, is looking to employ an experienced Academy Finance Officer from September 2018 to support the CFO whilst overseeing the financial management of a portfolio of academies. The Trust has enjoyed much positive press recently, regarding school improvement in challenging schools and is widely acknowledged as a desirable employer. Our central team is growing, but still maintains a welcoming and friendly environment. 

The successful candidate will work alongside the Trust and academy senior leadership teams with a focus on the preparation and monitoring of individual academy budgets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong financial and technical experience to support the CFO. We are seeking an exceptional individual who can demonstrate that they possess the skills, passion and determination that this role demands. 

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: 

· Experience of budget management and preparation of high quality reports.

· Knowledge of education funding and school budgets.

· Analytical skills with the ability to problem solve creatively. 

· The confidence to work with a wide range of stakeholders.

· A proven track record of service delivery.

· Commitment to the Trust values and ethos.

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable along with outstanding communication and organisational skills. 

We can offer: 

· High quality professional development. 

· Friendly, supportive schools.

· Dedicated and committed colleagues.

· Flexible working arrangements.

· A supportive and forward thinking organisation. 

Our academies are based across the Wakefield region and are an integral part of the communities they serve. We are proud of the work ongoing in all our academies to raise standards and provide the best possible futures for all children in our care. This role will play an important part in supporting our schools to continue to provide excellent educational and life experiences.

For further information please contact admin@watertonacademytrust.org.   

Closing Date: 25th June, 12 noon

Shortlisting: 25th June

Interviews: 3rd July 

Waterton Academy Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility. The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.