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<div class="mds-edited-text mds-font-body-copy-bulk"><p style="text-align: justify;">Ventrus Multi Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced and knowledgeable Head of Financial Accounting who will provide leadership and direction for the continual improvement of the financial management of the Trust.  You will act as Deputy to the Chief Financial Officer, with a focus on optimising financial performance and strategy to best support teaching and learning. You will work closely with Headteachers and other staff across the Trust.</p>
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You will work in a highly supportive team within a positive work environment.  High levels of initiative and flexibility are essential along with excellent communication skills.  This exciting opportunity is a homeworking role which offers excellent work-life balance, good holiday entitlement, a secure and flexible pension, and a fantastic career opportunity to the right candidate.</p>
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The successful candidate will enjoy working in a variety of settings, will have a proven record of working under pressure, prioritising tasks appropriately and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Please refer to the attached candidate pack for further information regarding the role – if you wish to discuss any element of the role in further detail, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We are open to discussion regarding role requirements for the right candidate.</p>
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Membership of a recognised accountancy body is essential.  You will be based at home and will need a Full UK Driving Licence in order to travel between sites, as the role involves working across all our schools.</p>
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Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 1st August 2022.  </p>
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Ventrus is a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, we offer excellent career and development opportunities.</p>
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Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.</p>
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<em>Ventrus Multi Academy Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.</em></p>