Chief Finance and Operating Officer

Birmingham Permanent £75,000 - £82,000 per year View Job Description
Lead financial strategy, governance, and operations for a dynamic multi-academy trust. A high-impact leadership role shaping financial sustainability and driving operational excellence.
  • Influence strategy at a pivotal time for the Trust
  • Lead finance, HR, IT, and governance in a purpose-driven role

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multi-academy trust dedicated to providing high-quality education for children with complex needs. They operate multiple sites across the city, delivering specialist support to students who require tailored learning environments. With a strong commitment to financial sustainability and operational excellence, they are seeking a strategic CFOO to lead their finance, governance, and operational functions at a pivotal time in their growth.

Job Description

  • Leading financial planning, budgeting, and long-term strategy for the Trust.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook and financial regulations.
  • Providing strategic insight to senior leaders, Trustees, and stakeholders.
  • Managing multi-million-pound budgets with robust financial governance.
  • Overseeing HR, IT, facilities, and risk management to drive operational efficiency.
  • Leading and developing high-performing teams across finance and operations.
  • Ensuring the Trust maximises funding opportunities and income generation.
  • Implementing strong internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.
  • Driving continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.



The Successful Applicant

To be considered for this role, you will need:

  • A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in senior financial leadership, ideally in education or the public sector.
  • Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and financial reporting.
  • Leadership experience with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset to drive financial sustainability.
  • Ability to oversee HR, IT, and facilities while ensuring operational efficiency.
  • A proactive, solution-focused approach to problem-solving.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary of up to £82,000.
  • LGPS pension scheme and 28+ days of annual leave.
  • Comprehensive CPD and leadership development opportunities.
  • Flexible and collaborative working environment.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education and young people's futures.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the multi-academy trust in a leadership capacity. We encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Hamza Raza
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6680110
Phone number
+441212309358

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Director / CFO
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Birmingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hamza Raza
Consultant phone
+441212309358
Job reference
JN-022025-6680110