About Us:
Northchild Group (UK) comprises several companies in the UK, including those in education services as well as various property investment and operations companies. Our headquarters are in Vancouver, Canada. Our mission is to invest in and create innovative educational spaces and services that empower students and academics to excel in the higher education sector.
We are proud partners of the University of Portsmouth (UoP) and are responsible for establishing and delivering the UoP London Campus. With strong support from the London Borough of Waltham Forest, we oversee the campus's infrastructure, facilities, and services, ensuring it thrives as a premier educational institution.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial operations of Northchild Group. This key leadership role will oversee the financial strategy and operations of our education ventures, including the UoP London Campus. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping the Group's financial future, driving sustainable growth, and ensuring robust financial governance across all entities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement the Group's financial strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
* Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis across all business units.
* Manage cash flow, liquidity, and capital requirements to ensure the Group's financial stability.
* Lead the financial oversight of the UoP London Campus project, ensuring efficient resource use and adherence to budgetary constraints.
* Attend board-level meetings and present key financial information to support evidence-based decision-making.
* Provide strategic financial advice to the executive team, supporting key business decisions and growth initiatives.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
* Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, auditors, and financial institutions.
* Oversee and optimise tax planning, risk management, and treasury functions.
* Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
Essential Requirements:
* Proven experience as a CFO or in a similar financial leadership role within a multinational or complex organisation.
* Strong financial acumen with a deep understanding of corporate finance, financial planning, and strategy.
* Expertise in managing large budgets and overseeing financial operations in the education sector is an advantage.
* Excellent knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and relevant financial regulations.
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and a track record of driving financial performance.
* Professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Desirable Requirements:
* Experience in higher education, property development, or infrastructure projects is advantageous.
* Ability to communicate effectively with business units in Canada, China, and Singapore; bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese is desirable.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the requirements for this role.
At Northchild Group (UK), we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from all sections of the community and are dedicated to eliminating discrimination through fair and supportive policies and practices. Our goal is to create a vibrant academic community that reflects the diversity of society and enables all staff and students to achieve their full potential.
We invite highly experienced financial leaders who are passionate about making a transformative impact in the education sector to apply for this pivotal role. As Group CFO, you will have the unique opportunity to shape Northchild Group's financial landscape, contribute to the growth of innovative educational spaces, and support the success of the UoP London Campus. Join us in our mission to empower students and academics to excel.
首席财务官（CFO）
薪资： £90,000 - £120,000
关于我们
Northchild Group (UK) 由多家英国公司组成，包括教育服务公司以及各类物业投资和运营公司。我们的总部位于加拿大温哥华。我们的使命是投资并创建创新的教育空间和服务，以帮助学生和学术人员在高等教育领域取得卓越成就。
我们是朴茨茅斯大学 (UoP) 的合作伙伴，负责设立并运营 UoP 伦敦校区。在伦敦沃尔瑟姆森林区政府的强力支持下，我们管理校区的基础设施、设施和服务，确保其成为一流的教育机构。
关于职位
我们正在寻找一位具有活力和战略眼光的集团首席财务官（CFO）来领导 Northchild Group 的财务运营。该关键领导职位将负责集团的财务战略和运营，包括 UoP 伦敦校区的财务管理。CFO 将直接向集团首席执行官汇报工作，并在塑造集团财务未来、推动可持续增长以及确保所有实体的财务治理方面发挥关键作用。
主要职责
* 制定并实施集团的财务战略，以符合整体业务目标。
* 监督所有业务单元的财务规划、预算编制、预测和分析。
* 管理现金流、流动性和资本需求，确保集团的财务稳定。
* 领导 UoP 伦敦校区项目的财务监管，确保资源的高效使用并遵守预算约束。
* 参加董事会会议，并提供关键财务信息以支持基于数据的决策。
* 为执行团队提供战略财务建议，支持关键业务决策和增长举措。
* 确保符合法规要求和国际财务报告准则（IFRS）。
* 与外部利益相关者（包括投资者、审计师和金融机构）建立并维护关系。
* 监督并优化税务规划、风险管理和财务管理功能。
* 领导并发展财务团队，培养高绩效和责任心文化。
职位要求
* 在跨国或复杂组织中担任 CFO 或类似财务领导职位的丰富经验。
* 具备出色的财务洞察力，对公司财务、财务规划和战略有深刻理解。
* 拥有管理大型预算和教育行业财务运营的经验者优先。
* 对国际财务报告准则 (IFRS) 及相关财务法规有深入了解。
* 具备卓越的领导力、沟通能力和人际交往能力。
* 强大的问题解决能力，并在推动财务绩效方面有成功经验。
* 拥有相关的专业资格（例如 ACA、ACCA、CIMA）以及财务、会计或相关领域的学位。
* 在高等教育、物业开发或基础设施项目方面有经验者优先。
* 能够有效地与位于加拿大、中国和新加坡的业务单位沟通；具备中英文双语能力者优先。
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