Trust Financial Controller

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accuracy, process and policy application of our Trust financial statements and will oversee the day-to-day financial operations within the financial accounting team. This role will need to understand the operations of the Trust and the relationship between the inputs, outputs and processes that support them. This role will extend to producing reports and analysis that support Trust strategic decisions.

The Trust Financial Controller will work closely alongside the Management Accounts and Planning Controller and under the Finance Director (CFO) to guide the financial decision making of the Trust. This role will be accountable for the overall performance of the financial accounting function, including line management thereof. The Trust Financial Controller will be a member of the Central Leadership Team (CTL) alongside other business function leaders for the Trust (Management Accounts and Planning, HR, IT, Estates and Governance).

The successful candidate will be supportive of the Trust’s strategic priorities:

• SO1 Developing Exceptional Learners
• SO2 Recruiting, developing and retaining Expert Professionals
• SO3 Achieving excellence of operational infrastructure; operating efficient and effective systems; and maintaining and improving places
• SO4 Building empowered communities and developing lasting partnerships to support the development of social justice

The successful candidate will be expected to work within established procedures and guidelines and to prioritise day-to-day work and may from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description.

Interested candidates can contact Penny Harrison (Trust Finance Director (CFO)) for an informal discussion about the role - recruitment@crst.org.uk.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit a full application form via the below link:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/122899576/EDV-2024-CRST-26833

The closing date for this vacancy is: Friday 16th February 2024 at midday

Interviews will take place on Friday 23rd February 2024.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview earlier for this post should suitable candidates apply.

Online Checks: In accordance with our statutory obligations under Keeping Children Safe in Education, CRST is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate is required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check with Children's barred list.