General Description The Head of Finance (HoF) serves as a member of the Operations Team and is responsible for operational oversight of the Finance Team (5 direct reports, including AP, AR and controlling functions). The position requires the candidate to play an integral role in the implementation of ISZLs strategy. Amongst other things, the HoF assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining a solid reporting framework to enable the effective use of resources to support strategic objectives. This includes accurate budget planning and fiscal accountability of the annual capital and operating budgets, whilst leading and enabling the Team to embrace any required change, continuously develop and provide outstanding work. The HoF reports to the Director of Operations. The Head of Finance is expected to: Leadership Responsibilities Be a natural team player who nurtures high standards of support, not just within the Finance and the Operations departments, but as well across divisions, which include teaching staff members. Be an active change agent with an exceptionally strong service and can do mindset. Manage, motivate, lead and continuously develop the Finance Team, providing clear objectives, meaningful feedback and personal/professional development opportunities. May have to attend Board meetings and Finance Committee meetings, together with the School Director and the Director of Operations. Act as a member of the Operations Leadership Team and collaborate closely with peers as and when required. Develop and set annual goals in line with the schools strategic plan. Prepare reports relevant to institutional benchmarking and data driven decision making. Collaborate with external consultants, legal counsel as well as key stakeholders such as Cantonal and Community authorities and partners in Economic networks ISZL is a member of. General Responsibilities Maintain and further develop the efficient and effective use of our Finance system (Abacus). Establish, maintain, continuously improve and supervise financial and accounting controls (Internal Control System, ICS) and procedures to ensure financial integrity. Support with the preparation of the annual operating and capital budget and over time take on the lead for this critical yearly process. Monitor budget and hold people accountable for agreed budget. Establish a solid framework for regular financial reporting. Be responsible for the production of the annual statutory accounts for ISZL, as well as year end financial statements. Ensure preparation for the independent Annual Audit and for (closing) reviews. Support the development and implementation of the finance strategy. Identify needs and opportunities to continuously improve services provided by the Finance and Controlling Team. Supervise the accounts receivable and accounts payable. Supervise the preparation of invoices/reminders and monitor payments. Supervise insurance policies and work closely with our insurance broker. Def