International Schools Partnership Careers

Description

• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued. 
• A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making. 
• An embedded commitment to professional development and employee well-being.   
• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.  
• Competitive remuneration.
• Fee discount for children of employees.
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits. 

• Oversight lead for providing guidance on month-end closing to school finance managers.  
• Review and analyse the profit & loss and balance sheet, including but not limited to deferred income account, accruals, provisions, reconciliations, revenue recognition, discretionary spending and capital expenditure.
• Review all journal entry postings and ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and sub-ledger accounts.
• Responsible for all communication on month-end close including calendars and Group policies.
• Work closely with school finance managers for the preparation of monthly flash reports and act as the lead for month-end review reporting to the Group.
• Review, update and enhance financial policies and procedures of the schools and maintain a documented system of policies and procedures.
• Preparation of any ad-hoc reporting as and when required by the Regional Finance Director and assist in the consolidation of data required for analyses.
• Oversee and manage the tracking of open requisitions for hiring and attrition according to Budget requirements.
• Collaborate with the school leadership team to develop annual budgets accurately and aligned with educational goals and strategic plans.
• Assist in the requirements for the strategic 5-year plan, as and when required.

• Liaison lead in the management of the yearly statutory audit and tax filing.
• Work closely with school finance managers to ensure adherence to Group policies and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) requirements.
• Attend to all statutory audit queries in a timely manner and review proposed adjusting journal entries and reclassifying journal entries.  
• Review corporate tax computation and suggest recommendations accordingly.
• Awareness of the double–tax treaty requirements and withholding tax ledger management.  
• Self-review, analyse and propose tax planning alongside the school finance managers.  
• Implement strict compliance procedures surrounding transfer pricing reporting and be aware of the rulings and compliance requirements of the global minimum tax regime.   
• Ensure conformity and compliance with all local regulatory requirements and deadlines.  

• Take the lead on establishing a rhythm for cashflow reporting alongside school finance managers.
• Standardise billing communication and timelines for the schools’ terms. Consolidate and populate credible forecasts for receivables for the financial year.
• Establish standardised operating procedures for identifying, managing and reporting potential bad debts alongside school finance managers.
• Work closely with school finance managers on the forecast and planning of accounts receivables and accounts payables to estimate future cashflow requirements and cash positions.
• Manage timeline and regulatory requirements on all inter-company transactions. 
• Lead for cashflow planning and reporting to the Group.

• Work with school finance managers to review and collate data for Group Insurance policy renewal including but not limited to student PA coverage.
• Custodian for banking mandates and company documents.
• Adherence to Group Treasury Policy and first point of contact for local banks on all treasury matters and requirements.

• To provide financial advisory matters to the regional school finance managers where required. 
• Support the Regional Finance Director on matters pertaining to financial and tax statutory reporting, month-end review, finance controls and best practices.
• Be up to date with key international and local regulations, including but not limited to developments in IFRS and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), transfer pricing, tax matters and treasury.
• Champion the lead for all finance improvements and process-related changes. 

• Internal: Campus Principals, School Finance Managers, School HR managers, School Marketing & Admissions team, Regional office Senior Leadership Team members.
• External: Statutory auditors, tax consultants, bankers, company secretary and local regulators (Ministry of Education, Companies Commission of Malaysia etc). 

• Direct reporting to the Regional Finance Director.
• The Regional Financial Controller will supervise 1 or 2 direct subordinate(s) in the Regional office and will have 9 school managers as dotted / matrix reporting up. 
  

• Between 10 to 15 years of progressive experience in finance or accountancy.
• Experience in shared services centre is highly desirable.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Confident, organised, highly motivated and has the passion and drive in the schools’ operations.
• Ability to act with integrity, and professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. 
• Knowledge of IFRS, transfer pricing, tax and treasury-related laws and regulations. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Netsuite Power BI.

• Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.

• Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.

• Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

• Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.

• Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.

• Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.

• Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.

• Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organization.

• Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.

• Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.

• Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.

• Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.

• Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.