Company Description

Kaplan Language Group (KLG) is a reliable and respected leader in the language travel industry, that provides high-quality, language-travel programs across the world. The group consists of some of the biggest names in educational language tourism: Alpadia Language Schools, ESL Languages, and Kaplan International Languages. With more than 130 combined years of experience and thousands of happy and satisfied alumni – KLG is a reliable and respected leader in the language travel industry. 

KLG offers a wide range of language and cultural programs in more than 100 countries across the world, allowing students to embark on a unique, life-changing journey specifically tailored to them. 

Job Description

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our Finance department. You will be a part of FP&A team, providing business partnering support to the global marketing and operations (sales & Customer care) teams, and also analytical support to the global finance director. This is a high profile role with direct access to key members of the senior management team.

 

Main responsibilities and functions

Providing management with analysis and insight into the marketing and operations department’s performance across 3 Kaplan companiesMonthly P&L preparation and analysis in conjunction with collaborating with the marketing and operations teams to gain insight and information on performanceMonthly accruals and allocations.Building strong relationships within your stakeholders.Budget preparations and latest estimate forecasting for Marketing and Operations.FP&A support by means of sales analysis and adhoc modellingAdding value to decision making by providing recommendationsAssisting with gathering relevant internal and external audit informationAd hoc analysis as requested and by own initiative

Qualifications

Qualifications and experience

Prior 3 years experience in budgeting and forecastingBusiness partnering or marketing accounting experience desirableProven ability in bringing numbers to life for non-Finance stakeholders

 

Skills and competencies

High level of initiative, self-motivation and driveAdvanced Excel knowledgeStrong technical accounting skills and an analytical and process-focused mind.Strong customer service ethos and high attention to detailAbility to prioritise, plan, manage time efficiently and meet deadlinesStrong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)Quick to pick up and apply knowledgeFluent English and Spanish compulsory

Additional Information

What we offer you 

Creative and rewarding work Ticket restaurant Discount on private medical insuranceHalf day off on your birthdayUnlimited tea & coffee Free breakfast on Mondays, Free Fruits on Thursdays! A stimulating and dynamic work environment Free languages courses abroad

Contract: Permanent contract 

Activity rate : 100% 

Salary: Gross salary + cheque gourmet card + bonus

Place of work: Barcelona, Spain 

Start date: ASAP