ALT Trust
Chief Financial Officer (Part time)
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Introduction
We are seeking to appoint a permanent CFO from 1 January 2027, succeeding the current interim arrangement. In line with the Academy Trust Handbook’s recommendation, applicants must hold a recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
The CFO responsibilities were previously incorporated within the COO role. As the Trust has grown, we are establishing a distinct CFO position to provide dedicated strategic financial leadership and strengthen operational financial effectiveness.
Role Purpose
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for providing strategic and professional financial leadership to ALT Trust, ensuring the effective stewardship of public funds, strong financial compliance, and long term financial sustainability.
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The CFO will lead the Trust’s finance function, oversee financial planning, reporting and assurance, and ensure that the Trust’s contracts and commercial arrangements are well managed, compliant, and deliver value for money.
This is a part-time, finance-focused role and does not include wider operational responsibilities such as estates, HR, ICT or health and safety.
Salary: £54,495–£64,713 FTE (pay award pending), pro rata for 3 days per week / 22.5 hours per week
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Grade: Grade 14, SCP 43 – Grade 16, SCP 52
Contract: Permanent, part-time, 0.6 FTE / 3 days per week, 52 weeks per year
Start date: 1 January 2027
Working pattern: Flexible by agreement
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (Accounting Officer)
Location: Trust Central Team at Rush Common School, with travel to schools as required
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