Chief Financial Officer - High Growth EdTech SaaS - 40% Bonus + Transaction Bonus - Remote

Role Purpose:In this pivotal role, you'll oversee all financial operations, provide strategic guidance, and drive the financial performance of a rapidly growing international EdTech business. You'll will play a crucial role in integrating a recently acquired company, ensuring they achieve cost synergies and build a robust financial infrastructure for future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Planning:

Craft and execute their financial strategy, aligning with their ambitious growth plans.
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes with precision and strategic insight.
Deliver insightful financial analysis and reporting to the CEO and senior leadership, highlighting key performance indicators, risks, and opportunities.
Develop and monitor financial models to support strategic decisions, including future acquisitions and international expansion.

Financial Operations & Control:

Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, payroll, and reporting, ensuring compliance with local standards.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings, achieving clean audit reports.
Establish strong internal controls and financial procedures to safeguard our assets and ensure data integrity.
Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.
Oversee their debt portfolio, including term loans, bank covenants, and revolving credit facility management.
Maintain a proactive relationship with their investors.
Navigate the financial complexities of operating in multiple international markets, managing local regulations, tax implications, and foreign exchange risks.

Merger & Acquisition Integration:

Lead the seamless financial integration of their newly acquired business.
Implement integrated financial processes, policies, and reporting structures.
Achieve anticipated cost synergies and identify additional efficiencies through the integration process.
Ensure clear, fast consolidated group reporting.

Team Leadership & Development:

Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Define roles, set performance objectives, and provide regular feedback and development opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
Proven track record as a senior finance leader, ideally as a CFO.
Extensive experience managing financial operations for businesses with significant international trade.
Demonstrated success in integrating acquired businesses.
Expertise in international tax compliance.
Deep understanding of SaaS business models and key financial metrics.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Experience with private equity or Family Office backed businesses is a plus.