Finance Business Partner, Global Operations

Process Improvement & Data Integrity

• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline reconciliations, reporting and data collection.
• Improve the efficiency, consistency and scalability of financial reporting through automation and better use of technology.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency and integrity across financial and operational systems.
• Work effectively with large, complex and sometimes imperfect datasets to deliver meaningful insights.
• Contribute to the documentation and continuous improvement of finance processes and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams globally to resolve discrepancies and improve data quality.

What Makes a Great Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification or equivalent level of relevant finance experience.
• Relevant certifications in data analytics or visualization tools (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, SQL, or Google Data Analytics) are a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience in financial analysis, FP&A, commercial finance or finance business partnering, ideally within a global or multi-location operating environment.
• Experience working with transactional financial data and general ledger systems.
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and financial modelling.
• Proven ability to interpret financial and operational data and translate analysis into commercial insight.
• Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources.
• Experience partnering with non-finance stakeholders and confidently challenging assumptions and forecasts.
• Experience with operational cost management, benchmarking or performance improvement is desirable.

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, Power Query and complex formulas.
• AI & Automation – Confident and practical use of AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to improve reporting, automate repetitive analysis, streamline finance processes, enhance data interrogation, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Strong Power BI capability, including data modelling, DAX and dashboard development.
• Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations and cost allocations.
• Proficient in ERP systems and comfortable navigating multiple financial and operational data sources.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially minded – understands what drives the business and focuses finance activity on decisions and outcomes.
• Analytical – looks beyond the numbers to understand the underlying drivers of performance.
• Constructive challenger – is comfortable questioning assumptions, forecasts and decisions while maintaining strong relationships.
• Proactive – identifies issues and opportunities and takes ownership of moving them forward.
• Accountable – takes responsibility for analysis, recommendations and agreed actions.
• Clear communicator – can explain financial concepts and insights simply and effectively to non-finance stakeholders.
• Collaborative – works effectively across Finance and the wider business in a global environment.
• Highly organised – manages competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
• Continuous improvement mindset – continually looks for better, more efficient ways to report, analyse and use financial information.

We believe great talent comes in many forms and that there is no one size fits all in hiring. If you feel you may be a great fit for this role but do not check all of the boxes, we encourage you to apply and show us why you're the right candidate for this position.

Who We Are:

CEA CAPA is a premier provider of transformative international education experiences, committed to empowering students to become thoughtful and thriving leaders through living and learning abroad. With a presence in 62 cities across 22 countries in Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Australia, we offer comprehensive study abroad and career readiness programs that integrate academic excellence and cultural immersion. Our global footprint includes 11 international study centers, and we proudly support over 10,000 students annually in partnership with more than 375 U.S. universities and over 50 international institutions. CEA CAPA is in a dynamic phase of growth and is powered by a global team of nearly 700 professionals who are deeply mission-driven and committed to creating inclusive, supportive and enriching environments that help students grow academically, personally and professionally.

Our commitment to creating a sense of belonging means we welcome individuals of all abilities, ages, citizenships, educations, ethnicities, family statuses, gender identities, genders, genetic information, languages, marital status, military experiences, political views, pregnancy, races, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, socioeconomic statuses, and work experiences and therefore we encourage applicants from diverse lived experiences to apply.

Note: This role profile is intended to provide an overview of the key responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional tasks and duties, as necessary and in line with evolving business needs. Any proposed permanent modifications to this role profile will be made in consultation with role incumbents, and relevant stakeholders in accordance with applicable policies and legislative requirements.