VP Finance & Strategy

Some companies are in the Business of Technology.

Others are in the Business of Finance…Or Sports…Or Soft Drinks.

At EF, we’re in a different kind of business.

Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible.

We’re in the Business of Understanding.

Between people. Between cultures.

For over half a century, we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and methods designed to foster such understanding. Through Language, Cultural Exchange, Academic Studies, and Educational Travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world. And yes, we have technology, we have finance, we even have sports with our own professional cycling team, EF Education - EasyPost. But it’s what we do with it—building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world—that makes all the difference.

We are now looking for a dynamic and accomplished Vice President of Finance & Strategy to join its senior leadership team. As VP of Finance & Strategy, you will be part of a passionate team that operates with the mindset of a startup, but has the resources to deliver projects that positively impact millions. If you are energized and inspired by the challenges of this leadership role, then we want to hear from you.

The Role

As the VP of Finance & Strategy, you will partner with the product President to set and execute the business strategy. You will with your financial insights, energy and presence develop, implement and prosecute the supporting financial strategy You will be responsible for delivering the business objectives set with the ownership. You will report directly to the CFO and will oversee the financial management of your product line. This includes, but is not limited to market analysis, pricing analytics, inventory management, financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, budgeting, target setting, financial modeling, and key investment and organizational decisions. You will play an active part in resource allocation with the focus to deliver a top-quality product while balancing the fiduciary objectives of the company. You will be a thought-partner and advisor for all of the company’s most critical opportunities and challenges.

You are a confident leader who can envision business opportunities, proactively engage to resolve challenges, energize your team, and secure execution and follow-through of the strategy in the marketplace. You are comfortable leading an ambitious team and delegating while exercising control to grow your direct reports to new opportunities.

Additionally, you have:

8+ years of finance and business experience
Strong track record successfully managing finance teams
Experience in product line or business financial management and control
Financial Planning & Analysis experience, including strong working knowledge of financial statements
You display a strong commercial mindset and excellent business acumen. You excel at communicating complex financial and accounting issues in an easily comprehensible way for management and non-financial professionals to understand. You can use outstanding financial skills to influence decision-making
You are analytical and very comfortable with numbers; you can think on your feet and lead a meeting among senior managers, paying attention to details while seeing patterns and the bigger picture
You display great work ethic and a hands-on attitude; you are never afraid to roll up your sleeves, and fully embrace a culture of ‘’there is no such thing as not my job’’
You are entrepreneurial, flexible and inspired by change; you are comfortable taking calculated risks and embrace new challenges and responsibilities with enthusiasm
You are willing to travel; as your organization will be in different locations and time zones around the world, you realize that business is best done when people meet in person
You are a flexible personality with a ‘nothing-is-impossible’ attitude
You have a passion for growth and thrive on change
You see your role as a coach and speaking partner/confidante focused on driving solutions and developing those around you. More importantly, your colleagues perceive you this way!

The main responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Working with leadership team to develop and implement financial strategy to support overall business objectives.
Management of a team of professionals based in Cambridge, MA
Financial planning & analysis supporting EF Group Financial Reporting & Forecasting
Act as a business partner to EF’s business leaders providing forecasting and budgetary leadership, return on investment analysis for strategic initiatives, cash management solutions, compliance and risk management supports as well as other special projects and training as required on an ad-hoc basis
Exercising control across all the businesses financial metrics and driving corrective action to improve these
Driving revenue and margin development including, but not limited to, pricing and load management

Why you’ll love working here: Perks, Benefits, and more!

This is the most fun, high caliber place you’ll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they’ve been here 10 minutes or 10 years) and they’ll probably tell you the same thing: it’s the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation and mutual support.

In addition, you can expect:

Paid International Business Travel opportunities
Eligibility for our Workplace Flexibility Program: This role is based in our beautiful Boston office, with up to two days working from home per week with our pilot hybrid work model.
Commitment to professional growth: robust monthly calendar of trainings and workshops
Four weeks paid vacation your first year, ten paid holidays, and two floating holidays
25% company match on your 401(k) contributions
Market-leading medical, dental and vision coverage, along with options for life and disability insurance, legal and pet insurance
Dependent care, healthcare and commuter Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Access to fertility care and family-building support
Wellness benefits including onsite classes and a yearly fitness reimbursement
Frequent social and learning events, including access to our employee-run “EFinity” groups
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Tenure-based sabbatical eligibility
EF Product Discounts (discounts on travel, international language schools, childcare with our Au Pair product and more)
Discounts at local venues and businesses

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VP Finance & Strategy

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