Guardian Jobs · 23 hours ago
Financial Controller, DEDICATE RECRUITMENT LTD
East Haddam, CT
Contract
Hybrid
Senior LevelGuardian Jobs is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide strong, hands-on financial leadership across a primary Multi-Academy Trust on a six month contract. The role involves leading financial management, reporting, and ensuring compliance with the Academies Trust Handbook and ESFA requirements.
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Responsibilities
Lead Trust-wide financial management, reporting and forecasting
Produce monthly management accounts and consolidated Trust reports
Manage budgets, re-forecasts and cashflow
Ensure compliance with the Academies Trust Handbook and ESFA requirements
Lead audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
Own and optimise the Trust finance system – PS Financials / IRIS
Improve systems, controls and financial processes
Support four School Business Managers
Qualification
Required
Senior finance experience within an Academy Trust or education setting
Strong working knowledge of PS Financials or IRIS
Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and management accounts
Excellent knowledge of ESFA funding and compliance
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE
Company
Guardian Jobs
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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