Group Finance Manager in City of London

London is our global headquarters where 220 colleagues across Finance, Risk, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, MAC and Education drive the success of our 90+ schools in 35+ countries. By joining our fast-paced and innovative organisation, you will be regularly liaising with our global team-mates from the Philippines to Peru, from Beijing to Boston and beyond. If you have a global mindset, enjoy thinking outside the box and are prepared to go above and beyond to find solutions, then a career at Nord Anglia is for you.

The Group Finance Manager plays a pivotal leadership role within the finance function, overseeing the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across central entities. This role demands delivering robust financial controls, enhancing process efficiencies, and leading the preparation of statutory and management accounts with precision and timeliness.

Focal responsibilities include:

• Advancing the efficiency and automation of accounting procedures, whilst ensuring strict adherence to internal control frameworks.
• Managing treasury accounting activities.
• Supporting external audit processes for seamless compliance.
• Driving continuous improvements within finance systems and practices, fostering a culture of operational excellence.

In addition to technical expertise, the Group Finance Manager will inspire and develop a high-performing finance team, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing across the wider organisation. The postholder will act as a key influencer, challenging conventional approaches to embed best practices that support strategic growth and financial sustainability.

We're looking for an accomplished and motivated professional to join us as our Group Finance Manager. The ideal candidate is someone with a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment. Key capabilities and expectations include:

• Financial Reporting & Control
  • Own the end-to-end delivery of financial statements and management reports for central entities, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Lead statutory account preparation and audit coordination for international subsidiaries, maintaining transparent and effective communication with auditors.
  • Implement and maintain rigorous financial controls by overseeing trial balances, account reconciliations, and regular balance sheet reviews.
  • Act as the primary liaison for external audits, adeptly managing audit queries and fostering positive auditor relationships.
  • Prepare comprehensive tax reporting documentation and collaborate proactively with the corporate tax team to ensure compliance and optimisation.
• Process Improvement & Systems
  • Champion automation initiatives to streamline core accounting workflows, significantly reducing manual intervention and enhancing accuracy.
  • Drive optimisation and enhancement of finance systems, including active involvement in refining the Treasury Management System to better support financial operations.
  • Facilitate the organisation's transition toward a controls-based audit environment by promoting best practices and updating critical financial process documentation regularly.
  • Maintain up-to-date process documentation to reflect current operations and support business continuity and compliance requirements.
• Treasury & Technical Accounting
  • Manage central treasury accounting transactions with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accurate and timely recording.
  • Provide sound, practical accounting advice on complex, non-routine transactions, assisting the wider finance team in navigating technical challenges.
  • Oversee intercompany transactions, related party disclosures, and specialised accounting areas such as asset revaluations and exceptional item treatment with strict adherence to policy and regulation.
• Business & Strategic Support
  • Collaborate closely with regional finance teams and senior leaders across the Group, fostering strong partnerships that facilitate strategic objectives.
  • Support acquisition activities by leading financial due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition finance alignment to ensure smooth transitions of new schools into the Group.
  • Deliver insightful financial analysis and bespoke reporting that informs strategic decision-making and enhances organisational effectiveness.

Our ideal candidate embraces change, communicates effectively, and demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous professional growth. We welcome individuals passionate about driving operational excellence and contributing positively to our inclusive and innovative culture.

About Us: Nord Anglia Education is the world's leading international schools organisation. Our 90+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 100,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.

Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we're at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students. By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world's leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people across the world.

We encourage individuals to join us with our "Create your Future" mindset - we will provide you with a range of experiences and opportunities to enhance your skillset and you will be given the autonomy to grow your career.

To Apply: On-line applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV. At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination. We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics.

We recruit in line with our EmpowerUs Behaviours Framework: Communicate with Impact, Collaborate with Empathy, Make Considered Decisions, Embrace Change and Drive Growth. Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.