Job Description

Trust Accountant

This is a rare opportunity for a finance professional to work in a strategic role in the education sector on a term time, part time basis.

The Keys Academy Trust is looking for a Trust Accountant to work as a business partner with a number of schools to prepare their annual budgets and monthly management accounts and to assist the wider central finance function. The Keys Academy Trust is a primary specialist Multi Academy Trust with 12 schools in the Wokingham and Bracknell areas. It is a limited company by guarantee and prepares accounts in accordance with FRS102, the Academies Accounts Direction, the Charities Act and the Companies Act.

The role will involve:

Supporting the CFO in the provision of an effective and efficient finance service for the Keys Academy Trust. Producing monthly management accounts for Headteachers, Governors, the Trust leadership team and Trustees. Supporting financial planning through the preparation of three-year budgets and reforecasts and supporting schools in their strategic staff planning. Assisting the CFO in the co-ordination of the annual audit and the preparation of the annual financial statements.
The successful applicant should have:

A professional accounting qualification - ACA, CIMA Knowledge of accounting and budgeting packages Strong IT skills including Excel and Office 365
The role is based in the Trust Central Team and will involve working across a number of schools, as well as with the Trust Central Team.

Starting date: As soon as possible

Hours: 25 hours per week (with the possibility of increasing to 30 hours per week), working pattern to be agreed, term time only

Salary: Grade 8 SCP 30-34. FTE 39,513 - 43,693 - subject to pay body review
(Actual Annual Salary 22,774 - 25,184)

Closing Date:

Friday 8 August 9am.

Interviews:

Monday 18 August

Applications will be reviewed on receipt

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check.

Please contact hr@keysacademytrust.org for more information.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 39,513.00-43,693.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Licence/Certification:

ACA, CIMA (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/08/2025
Expected start date: 04/09/2025