Head of Finance

Head of Finance
Required for as soon as possible
Salary: PO3-PO4 SCP 36-43 dependant on knowledge and experience
Full time and Permanent
Do you have a proven track record in financial management?
Are you able to take initiative?
Do you encompass excellent interpersonal skills?
If so, this could be the role for you.
The DoWMAT Board of Directors are looking for an experienced Head of Finance. This post provides an exciting opportunity to work within a dedicated team; committed to the best deployment of our resources and to ensuring the effective and efficient use of our funding.
We are looking for a person with significant financial experience, an astuteness for financial and accounting systems and an understanding of the importance of compliance with financial procedures. We seek a person with a methodical approach to accounting, audit and reconciliations as well as a robust approach so, as a Trust, we can confidently achieve the best for our children and communities.
We will offer significant support and training to help you excel in this role. You will gain a wealth of experience of the education sector and there will be opportunities for further development. In this role you will have significant responsibilities, work with senior colleagues, contribute to projects across the Trust and, most importantly, have a positive impact on the lives of thousands of children. This is a post that may change over time with the post holder being responsive and proactive in the context of organisational needs and strategic priorities.
We can offer:
Competitive salary
Opportunities for individualised CPD and other training
Great employer pension scheme
Access to professional and personal development
A caring, committed, friendly and hard-working staff
The Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications.
DoWMAT requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Nondisclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. Online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks on the shortlisted candidates.
For further information, please contact Claire Rushton, DoWMAT Director of Finance via email in the first instance: #####
Please apply via MyNewTerm:
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 13th May 2024
Interviews to take place: Friday 17th May 2024
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