We have an exceptional opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join our large Multi Academy Trust and lead our central Trust Finance Team.

Your opportunity

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Finance Partner to join our Trust Finance team. The role will involve partnering the functional Trust teams on all finance matters, cash management, and overseeing SCITT/Teaching Hub as it expands. The successful candidate will also be overseeing regulatory reporting, statutory accounts preparation & audit. This role will be based at either our Head Office at The Beacon School, in Banstead or at our trust office in Earlsfield Business Centre, Earlsfield. Regular travel between the two offices will be necessary. 

Responsible to the Finance Controller, we require an individual who is a great team player and has excellent communication skills.

 Your role will include:

• Managing Finance Manager and Officers with the day-to-day running of the Trust finance function
• Reviewing monthly management accounts, including monthly forecasts, commentary and cash flow statements, budgets & 3 year plans.
• Overseeing regulatory reporting & audit
• Supporting and guiding the budget holders and senior management in their financial management responsibilities

The successful candidate will work closely with our Trust finance team to ensure that resources are used as effectively as possible to ultimately to support of vision of providing the best possible education for children and young people.

We are interested to hear from qualified professionals that have gained experience either in Education or a similar industry.

What we are looking for

The Trust Finance Partner will empower their team to deliver day to day finances and support our academies to produce strategic budgets both short term and long term.

 We require:

• Someone who holds a recognised accountancy qualification
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills and gravitas to liaise with senior staff in academies.
• Good team player and skilled at building relationships
• Has excellent all-round accounting skills
• Accustomed to working to tight reporting deadlines
• Be able to manage staff and motivate staff to achieve their goals
• Demonstrate good analytical skills and a positive approach to problem solving
• Have high level of Excel skills and good exposure to different accounting systems

Join Our Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working options - (staggered start and finish times, hybrid working, virtual meetings)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Hours: 36 hours a week, 52 weeks of the year 

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Leadership 2 - £60,000

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date for applications:  23rd May 10am

Interview date: Interviews will run on 3rd & 4th June

At GLF Schools, the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our top priority. We are fully committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works or volunteers with us to share that commitment. All roles are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We understand that life is busy and that flexibility matters. That’s why we’re happy to explore flexible working arrangements that help you balance your professional and personal commitments.

GLF Schools is proud to celebrate the rich diversity of our schools and communities. We’re building a culture where:

• Everyone is respected and valued.
• Discrimination is never tolerated.
• Equity and fairness are at the heart of everything we do.
• Staff, children, and students are safe to express their identities.

We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and our community. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, trans and non-binary individuals, people of all ages, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of all faiths and beliefs.

To help us manage applications efficiently:

• We may close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
• We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we will carry out an online search and request references for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a self-declaration form. You will have the opportunity in the application form to confirm if you would prefer referees to be contacted after your interview.