Chief Financial Officer

Company Description Education Management Consultants is a professional services organization focused on supporting institutions and organizations in the education sector. The company provides advisory and management consulting services to help clients improve financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Its work often includes strategic planning, budgeting, and optimizing the use of financial resources in education environments. Team members collaborate with a variety of educational entities, offering data-driven guidance and practical solutions. The organization values integrity, accountability, and measurable impact in the education community.
Role Description The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a full-time, remote role responsible for overseeing all financial activities of Education Management Consultants. The CFO will lead financial planning and analysis, manage budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing financial statements, monitoring cash flow, guiding risk management, and advising on investment and funding decisions. The CFO will collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, support pricing and profitability decisions, and maintain strong internal controls and compliance with relevant regulations. This role also includes mentoring finance team members, improving financial systems and processes, and presenting financial performance and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Qualifications
Strong skills in Finance and Analytical Skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear recommendations.
Experience in Financial Planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy.
Proficiency in preparing and reviewing Financial Statements and ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Expertise in Financial Reporting, including management reports, board reports, and regulatory filings.
Extensive experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally as CFO or equivalent in a consulting or education-related organization.
Knowledge of accounting principles, compliance standards, and internal control frameworks.
Advanced skills with financial software, ERP systems, and spreadsheet tools.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities, with a collaborative leadership style.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or similar) and/or professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA) is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote environment and manage distributed teams.

Work arrangement
Yes