Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer
1 month ago
About BEDU
Bright Scholar (BEDU) is an education group based in Foshan, Guangdong, China. In May 2017, Bright Scholar listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE ticker: BEDU) and is one of the largest education providers in China. As a privately funded education company, it has the privilege of operating one of the oldest international schools in China with over 20 years’ experience in creating a unique premium brand within the Chinese education industry. Bright Scholar covers a diverse portfolio of business areas including K-12 international and bilingual education, extracurricular training services, domestic camps, overseas study tours and education technology.
In 2019 BEDU acquired CATS Global Schools (then CATS Colleges) where this role will be located.
About CATS Global Schools
Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.
With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts school, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada and China.
Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.
We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
Role overview
As the Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will play a crucial role in providing high-level administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the CFO's office. You will be responsible for managing the CFO's schedule, coordinating meetings and travel arrangements, handling confidential information, and performing various administrative tasks. Your exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality will contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the CFO's office.
Work location:
Majority of time will be spent in the UK (80%) with some travel Shenzhen and Foshan in China
**Responsibilities**:
The following gives a guide to the main tasks and the scope of the role. These aren’t exhaustive and may vary where necessary to suit the skill set of the post holder and the needs of the group.
- Calendar Management: Efficiently manage the CFO's calendar, including scheduling and prioritizing appointments, meetings, conferences, and events. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal use of the CFO's time.
- Meeting Coordination: Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings, including agenda preparation, room booking, logistics, and necessary documentation. Prepare and distribute meeting materials in advance, take meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
- Travel Arrangements: Coordinate all travel arrangements for the CFO, including flight bookings, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, and visa processing when required. Ensure travel itineraries are well-organized and provide necessary documentation and support.
- Financial Administration: Support financial administration tasks, such as processing expense reports, tracking budgets, and coordinating with the finance department for financial reporting and analysis.
- Information Management: Maintain an organized filing system, both physical and electronic, to ensure quick and easy retrieval of information. Monitor and update relevant databases, records, and documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Assist the CFO in special projects, research, and analysis, as assigned. Provide support in preparing presentations, financial reports, and other deliverables, exercising attention to detail and accuracy.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives, board members, clients, and investors. Serve as a point of contact and represent the CFO's office professionally and diplomatically.
Job Requirements:
- Fluent in Chinese and English,
- Master’s degree or above from well-known universities at home and abroad, majoring in finance and management is preferred.
- Experience of studying abroad or working overseas.
- Financial background, work experience or relevant certificate (CPA/ACCA, etc.) is preferred.
- Honest and trustworthy, serious and responsible, flexible, strong learning ability and pressure resistance.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values - Pioneering, Persevering, People - we pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers, and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools
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