Financial Controller

Financial Controller - Academy TrustAre you a seasoned finance professional with a background in the education sector? Do you have a passion for ensuring financial excellence in organisations that make a real difference? Join a respected and growing Academy Trust as their Financial Controller, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and managing day-to-day operations.The Role: As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the Trust's financial operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality financial reporting and management information. You will lead a small team and collaborate with senior leaders across multiple academies to support financial planning, budgeting, and decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of a growing Academy Trust.Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the Trust's finance function, ensuring efficient financial operations across multiple academies.
• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure strong financial controls and processes are in place, driving continuous improvement.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and management information to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage the preparation and submission of statutory financial returns and reports in line with regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with senior leaders to ensure alignment of financial strategies with the Trust's educational and operational goals.
• Oversee cash flow management and treasury functions to ensure the Trust's financial stability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to maintain high performance.

About You: We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Financial Controller with a strong background in education finance for our client. You will have proven experience in managing financial operations for a multi-academy trust, independent school, or state-funded school. Your expertise in financial processes, controls, and regulatory compliance within the education sector will be crucial for success in this role.Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, ideally within a multi-academy trust, independent school, or state-funded school.
• Strong understanding of financial management, controls, and statutory reporting requirements in the education sector.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• A hands-on approach, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

Why Join?

• Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Be part of a mission-driven organisation committed to improving educational outcomes.
• Join a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions will make a real difference.
• Career development opportunities within a growing Academy Trust.
• Enjoy a role that offers variety and the chance to work across multiple schools.

How to Apply: If you're an experienced Financial Controller with a passion for education and ready to take on a new challenge within an Academy Trust, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join an organisation that values both financial rigour and educational excellence.BTG Recruitment are expert in accountancy and finance recruitment.