Leading Independent School in Lisbon Seeks Experienced Finance Leader
A prestigious, leading school based in Lisbon seeks a dedicated and strategic Chief Financial Strategist to manage its financial and operational services.
This is a high-autonomy role responsible for ensuring financial management and operations support the effective running of the school. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of financial leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, and risk management.
* Financial Leadership & Strategy: Lead all financial operations, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with Portuguese regulations and policies.
* Operations & Compliance: Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, tuition billing, bank movements, and cash flow.
* Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with academic and operational departments.
* Risk Management & Procurement: Develop and implement policies to minimize financial and operational risks.
* Team Management: Direct reports include the Finance team, Procurement, and Maintenance.
The successful candidate will have a Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business, or a related field and Certification as a Certified Accountant by Ordem dos Contablistas Certificados.
Key Responsibilities:
To succeed in this role, you must possess excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills. You will be responsible for managing financial resources effectively, making informed decisions, and driving business growth.
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join our organization and contribute to our mission. We offer a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic work environment.
Requirements:
We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced professional who can lead our finance team and drive business success. If you are passionate about finance and committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply.