My client is an Academy Trust based in the Luton area who looking to recruit a Financial Controller to the team on a temporary basis for an initial period of 3 months. Leading a small finance team, this is a highly visible role for the Trust, requiring both accounting expertise and strong business partnering experience. The role holds responsibility for:Providing financial leadership and professional financial management, focusing on budget setting and management Delivering comprehensive financial planning, ensuring robust financial systems and controls across the departmentOverseeing of income and expenditure, supported by the finance teamProvision of a raft of reporting and financial insight for governors, headteacher and senior leadership teamThe line management of a small finance team staff including their induction, training and appraisalEnsuring best value for money on procurement of supplies and servicesApplications are sought from individuals ideally with previous schools or public sector experience and certainly supported by ACCA, ACA or CIMA full qualification.My client is looking to fill this role as a matter of urgency so you must be available immediately.Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.