Financial Controller

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust (the Trust) is looking to appoint a Financial Controller on a full time basis; although applications for part time working from an exceptional candidate may also be considered. The post is based in the central Finance Team of the Trust and will work in collaboration with all of the current 12 schools in the Trust covering areas of Manchester, Trafford, Tameside and Stockport as well as those wishing to join the Trust in the near future. The Trust has an ambitious growth plan and this position would ideally suit an equally ambitious individual who sees their future as a Chief Financial Officer.

The role will oversee the day to day supervision of the highly regarded and high performing central Finance Team and liaise with colleagues in schools who have financial responsibilities within their role.

We are looking for an individual who has the skill set, experience, motivation, and enthusiasm to work in partnership with Headteachers and other stakeholders to help lead the future vision and development of our expanding Trust and improve outcomes for young people.

The ideal candidate will:-

·       have a professional or part-qualification in accountancy (ACA, CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA) or, for an exceptional candidate, be qualified by experience

·       have experience and knowledge of the preparation and interpretation of statutory accounts

·       have experience of the education sector and a detailed understanding of the ESFA Academies Handbook; although this is not essential as full training will be available

·       be technically minded, but also be a ‘people person’

·       have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

·       be enthusiastic and motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude

·       be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations

·       be driven by improved educational outcomes for young people

·       have strong moral and ethical principles and values

·       be open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour

·       be able to drive and have access to a car

The main duties of the role are:

·         To further develop the financial governance of the Trust

·         To manage the central Finance function of the Trust

·         To oversee the monthly bank reconciliation

·         To ensure all other Balance Sheet control totals are fully reconciled

·         To support the Chief Financial Officer in the production, distribution and interpretation of monthly Management Accounts, cash flow forecasts, Capital Programme and Balance Sheet

·         To attend Local Governing Body Finance & Resource Committees to present the latest set of accounts and relevant commentary

·         To liaise with external auditors

·         To work collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team

 We can offer the successful candidate:

·        An opportunity to join an experienced and highly cohesive team led by innovative and creative professionals

·        Work in a vibrant, happy and welcoming environment characterised by excellent relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

·        Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5%

·        A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training

·        Recognition of continuous and aggregated service for eligible employees

·        A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes:

o   A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family

o   A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs towards optical, dental, alternative therapy treatments, health screening and discounted gym memberships and a large range of retail discounts. Some benefits are also available to family members

o   Flu vaccination clinics

o   Eyecare vouchers

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the Trust and meet with the Trust’s CFO. Please email Mike Fowler (mike.fowler@corpuschristitrust.co.uk) to make

arrangements. The Trust Central Team are based at St Anthony’s Catholic Primary

School, Wythenshawe. The person appointed will be expected to travel between

all the schools within the Trust and will also have the flexibility to work

remotely/from home.

If you would like to apply for the position, you will need to complete the Application Form available at ‘Apply Now’ available at corpuschristitrust.co.uk/vacancies.

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.

Corpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, satisfactory references, satisfactory online/social media check, appropriate overseas check and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Applicants are advised that schools and colleges designated with a religious character in England and Wales are permitted by law to require certain posts to be filled by practising Catholics or individuals who hold a Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies. Where it is not a requirement of the role to be a practising Catholic, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

It is not a requirement of this role to be a practising Catholic and therefore, applications are invited from individuals committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

Please note CVs and agency referrals will not be accepted.

Please note that whilst the successful candidate will be appointed to the Trust Central Team, the Trust reserves the right to deploy staff at any of its schools depending on need, where agreement is reached with all parties.