Colegio Internacional de Vilamoura Finance Specialist

Location:

PT

Date: 29 Aug 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools in 27 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Role Summary
Colégio Internacional de Vilamoura (CIV) is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Specialist to join our administration team. This role is key to ensuring effective financial management and compliance across the school. The Finance Specialist will be responsible for overseeing daily financial operations, supporting budgeting and reporting processes, and ensuring that all financial practices align with both regulatory requirements and the school’s strategic objectives. Working closely with leadership, teaching staff, and external stakeholders, the role contributes directly to the efficient functioning of CIV.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily financial operations, including invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Support budget preparation, monitoring, and forecasting processes.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and external audit requirements.
Prepare accurate financial reports for school leadership and external authorities.
Monitor cost control, expenses, and resource allocation to support school priorities.
Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to ensure effective financial planning.
Liaise with suppliers, service providers, and external auditors.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an educational setting.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and reporting.
Excellent IT skills, with proficiency in Excel and financial software.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational ability.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and teamwork.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM

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