Finance Manager

Academy of Digital Industries; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in EdTech is seeking a strategic, hands-on Finance Manager to drive financial strategy amidst global growth. The role encompasses oversight of financial operations including budgeting, compliance, and reporting across international markets. With a focus on analytical and strategic skills, you're invited to help shape the future of digital professional training.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Remote work

Unlimited access to courses

Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Proven experience +5 years as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader in a fast-paced international environment.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Deep understanding of financial management and tax across multiple countries.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy development and execution across multiple markets.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and tax obligations.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Financial Management

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification

Job description

About Academy of the Digital Industries

ADI was born out of a simple need: we couldn't find enough professionals with the right digital skills, so we decided to train them ourselves.

What started in 2018 as a grassroots initiative in Tbilisi has evolved into a global Edtech platform with over 30,000 alumni.

Our programs are built by experts, designed around real world demands, and delivered in an environment of collaboration, curiosity, and growth.

In 2023, we partnered with Tether to take our mission global, expanding access to practical, career-boosting education for learners everywhere. Today, we're building the next generation of digital professionals: marketers, designers, coders, and creators who don't just want a job, they want to make an impact.

We're guided by values we truly live by: putting people first, staying curious, doing excellent work, and taking ownership.

And we're just getting started.

Role Overview

We're looking for a strategic, hands-onFinance Manager to join ADI's leadership team and help drive the company's financial strategy as we continue our global growth.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and compliance across our international operations.

You'll work closely with the C-suite to guide business decisions with financial insights, manage investor reporting, and optimize financial processes to ensure long-term sustainability and performance.

This is a key leadership role for someone with strong analytical thinking, international experience, and a proactive mindset.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of ADI's financial strategy across multiple markets
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly and annual statements
• Own cash flow management, financial risk analysis, and cost optimization
• Manage relationships with external accountants, legal advisors, tax consultants, and banking partners
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and tax obligations in all operating markets (UK, CZ, GEO, KZ, etc.)
• Lead financial reporting to stakeholders, including investors and internal leadership
• Implement efficient internal financial controls and reporting systems
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic decisions (e.g., investments, pricing, expansion)
• Lead or support due diligence, audits, and fundraising processes as needed

• +5 years proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader in a fast-paced international environment
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
• Deep understanding of financial management, tax, and compliance across multiple countries
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work hands-on and implement processes in a growing, evolving company
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Experience in EdTech or digital services is a plus
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification preferred

What do we offer?

• Friendly working environment (We're dead serious!)
• Work self-reliantly
• Remote work
• Unlimited access to our platform's courses (and discounts for family members)
• Referral Program
• Paid Time Off