Finance Manager /Deputy Manager

One World International School (OWIS) is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity among its students, educators and employees. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals from different backgrounds can thrive. OWIS provides an individualized learning approach that nurtures every aspect of child development while preparing students to become compassionate global citizens and future leaders. Our schools offer internationally recognized curricula, including the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), Cambridge International Curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). We are seeking talented professionals who demonstrate integrity, collaboration, innovation and excellence while supporting our mission of delivering high-quality international education. Position Summary The Group Reporting Manager is responsible for overseeing the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, statutory reporting, and audit activities across multiple entities. The role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), regulatory requirements, and Group accounting policies. The successful candidate will partner with finance teams across multiple countries, external auditors, outsourced service providers and senior leadership to maintain strong financial governance while driving continuous process improvements and reporting automation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Consolidation • Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual Group financial reporting and consolidation process. • Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate reporting. • Review journal entries, adjustments and reconciliations prior to financial close. • Ensure completeness and accuracy of consolidated financial statements. • Prepare Group reporting packages for management and Board reporting. Statutory Reporting & Compliance • Prepare audited standalone and consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable statutory requirements. • Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, regulatory requirements and Group reporting policies. • Monitor developments in IFRS and assess the impact of new accounting standards. • Provide technical accounting guidance and recommendations to finance teams and business stakeholders. • Ensure timely submission of statutory financial reports across all jurisdictions. Audit Management • Coordinate annual external audits with Big Four audit firms and other external auditors. • Serve as the primary finance contact during statutory and Group audits. • Coordinate audit schedules, documentation and responses to audit queries. • Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations. Financial Governance & Controls • Maintain strong internal financial controls across Group entities. • Review existing financial reporting processes and recommend improvements. • Ensure adherence to Group accounting policies and internal control frameworks. • Support governance initiatives to improve financial reporting quality and consistency. Process Improvement & Automation • Lead finance transformation initiatives focusing on reporting automation. • Support digitalisation and continuous improvement projects. • Improve financial data quality through process enhancements and system optimisation. • Collaborate with IT and finance teams to streamline reporting processes. Stakeholder Management • Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple countries. • Collaborate with senior management on financial reporting matters. • Liaise with outsourced finance service providers to ensure service delivery standards are met. • Provide technical accounting advice to internal stakeholders. Service Provider Management • Manage outsourced accounting and finance service providers. • Monitor service level agreements (SLAs). • Ensure outsourced deliverables meet quality and reporting timelines. Ad Hoc Responsibilities • Support mergers, acquisitions, restructuring and other strategic finance initiatives where applicable. • Participate in finance transformation projects. • Perform other duties assigned by the Financial Controller or CFO. Qualifications Education • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA or equivalent profession…