Finance Director (Statutory CFO)

NON CYC VACANCY

SCHOOL VACANCY

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Director, or an ambitious and suitably qualified individual looking for their next career step, to join the Central Operations Team of our thriving Multi Academy Trust.

The Finance Director will provide leadership and management of all aspects of finance, as well as being a key member of the Strategic Leadership Team. The role will fulfil the Chief Financial Officer function (CFO) when representing Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust. You will also have responsibility for financial management, providing technical leadership and support in all accounting matters across the Trust.

The role will include regular reporting and the production of high-quality reports in a timely manner enabling informed decisions to be made. The Finance Director will keep ahead of funding and legislative changes that apply to the education sector and will provide the Board of Trustees with strategic financial information to enable them to make informed financial decisions. You will also be responsible for the operational line management of the finance function, managing all financial accounting and transactional finance for the MAT.

The Finance Director will monitor financial performance and drive change within the finance operation of the Trust, bringing greater efficiency. Robust systems, processes and controls will be implemented, ensuring all financial information is up-to-date and reporting is in line with required annual financial returns.

Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS check required. As part of our due diligence process, an online search will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates. These checks are carried out in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance to determine suitability to work with children and young people and keep them safe.

To apply for this role, please submit a completed application form via post or email to: Mr A Daly, Chief Executive Officer Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust Archbishop Holgate’s School Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA Email: recruitment@pmat.academy

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Carla Whurr, HR Director, on 01904 806601 or email cwhurr@pmat.academy

Closing date: Monday 14 April 2025 at 12 midnight

Interview date: W/C 28 April 2025

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