Finance Manager

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

Job summary

The Academy of Digital Industries seeks a strategic Finance Manager to oversee their financial strategy amid global growth. This leadership role involves budgeting, reporting, and ensuring compliance across multiple international markets. The ideal candidate will have +5 years in senior finance positions, strong analytical skills, and experience in EdTech or digital services.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Unlimited access to platform's courses

Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader in an international environment (+5 years).
• Understanding of financial management, tax, and compliance across multiple countries.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy development across multiple markets.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations in all operating markets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

About Academy of the Digital Industries
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 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-on Finance 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

Academy of Digital Industries