Our client, a distinguished leader in the education sector, is renowned for its dedication to excellence and innovation. With ambitious plans for significant operational expansion and rapid growth, they are seeking a visionary CFO to lead their financial strategy.
In this role, you will wield substantial influence, guiding the finance function both operationally and strategically. Your responsibilities will include nurturing and developing the finance team, driving mergers and acquisitions, and building essential relationships with educational investors. Collaborating closely with the CEO and senior stakeholders, you will play a crucial role in realising the organisation's strategic goals, offering key insights into international expansion and growth strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare a corporate strategy and annual business plan to ensure that the group attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible.
- Liaise with investors and be central to fundraising plans.
- Manage the finance team efficiently and support their development.
- Work with the CEO & Board on the strategic vision, including forecasting and cultivating stakeholder relationships.
- Participate in and develop new business opportunities for the group.
- Ensure that adequate controls are installed and maintained.
- Provide the board with an operating budget and work closely to ensure pragmatic success.
- Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal activities for the organisation, including revenue/expense and balance sheet reports.
- Monitor banking activities of the organisation.
- Oversee the production of monthly reports, financial statements, and cash flow projections.
- Review and monitor the group's tax position, calculations, and filings.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA is advantageous.
- Extensive experience in leading and developing finance functions.
- Strong technical accounting skills are highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Previous experience in managing and developing staff.
- Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Excellent Excel skills.
If you're an experienced finance leader looking to drive financial excellence in the dynamic world of education, this opportunity offers unparalleled challenges and rewards. Join us in shaping the future of educational excellence!