Qualifications |
E/D | A/I |
| Undergraduate Degree (or equivalent) with evidence of personal development | E | A |
| A chartered professional qualification in accounting such as the ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA
(including CIPFA qualifications developed in partnership with ISBL) |
E | A |
Experience |
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| Experience of financial and accounting regulation
Experience of financial and accounting regulation within an education environment |
E
D |
A/I
A/I |
| Experience of leading a finance function at a senior level
Experience of leading a finance function at a senior level within an educational context |
E
D |
A/I
A/I |
| Experience of leading broad or multi-disciplinary teams | E | A/I |
| Experience of directing strategy to ensure efficient use of resources | E | A/I |
| Experience of supporting and working with a Board at an executive level | E | A/I |
| Experience of project and change management within a complex organisation | E | A/I |
| Experience of Risk management and compliance across a complex organisation | E | A/I |
Knowledge and skills |
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| Fully computer literate | E | A/I |
| Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for multi academy trusts | E | I |
| Ability to solve problems in the context of a complex organisation | E | A/I |
| Ability to prepare reports for all levels of the organisation | E | A/I |
| Ability to use information to identify trends to inform decision-making | E | A/I |
| Ability to engage and collaborate with different stakeholders in a complex organisation | E | A/I |
| Knowledge of local and national statutory guidance, educational initiatives and trends | D | I |
| Ability to drive opportunities for income generation | E | A/I |
Personal qualities |
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| A flexible and proactive approach with a willingness to learn | E | A/I |
| Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to inform and persuade others, and
manage conflict successfully |
E | A/I |
| Attention to detail, especially in relation to processes, systems and policies | E | A/I |
| Able to delegate effectively, while supporting and developing staff | E | I |
| Demonstrates a positive commitment to equal opportunities and inclusion | E | I |
| Demonstrates a strong commitment to CPD for self and others | E | A/I |
| Willingness to travel to school visits across Hertfordshire and West London | E | I |
| A willingness to promote and uphold the Catholic ethos of the Trust (post-holder does not need
to be Catholic) |
E | I |
E: Essential; D: Desirable | A: Assessed via application; I: Assessed at Interview