Turner Schools is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Financial Controller to provide strong leadership in managing the operational finance team within the Trust and supporting the CFO with ensuring effective financial management. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Accountancy Qualification (ideally CIMA) or actively working towards this and 5+ years’ experience of working in a similar role within education. The Financial Controller is expected to become a trusted member of the central trust team, offering proactive advice and ideas and to work in a highly collaborative, hands-on fashion, so that school leaders are freed up to focus on teaching and learning and resources are maximised to impact outcomes and the environment for pupils.
Candidates must have a strong business acumen, expertise in strategic finance management, working with high-performing teams and a clear understanding of how to manage highly efficient central service functions.
Recent prior experience of working in an Academy Trust or school environment for over 2 years is preferable and candidates must possess a precise, analytical and agile mind, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, plenty of drive and energy, and commitment to the ethos and aims of our Trust. Please see the job description for a more detailed breakdown of responsibilities in the role.
Benefits of Working for Turner Schools:
We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits:
* Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare providing access to healthcare services such as Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Surgery, Physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and Mental Health helplines.
* As part of a multi academy trust, you will have access to high quality CPD through our Turner Institute and a range of progression routes across our schools.
* Regular wellbeing and social activities
* Counselling and mental wellbeing support
* Access to Mental Health First Aiders
* Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme
* Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children’s experiences
* Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution
* Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers
We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.
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