We're partnering with an international NGO dedicated to alleviating poverty to find a highly skilled and passionate Associate Director of Finance to lead the finance operations globally. This critical role, more akin to a Finance Director position, that will drive strategic and operational transformation of the finance function over the next year, under the newly appointed COO.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial leadership to support the mission and objectives advising the board and senior leadership team on financial strategy
- Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes to ensure effective resource allocation and financial stability.
- Develop and implement robust financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with best practices.
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements and reports, ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a global finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure efficient cash flow management, oversee investments, and maintain appropriate reserves to ensure financial sustainability.
- Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate timely and thorough audits, and strengthen internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure compliance.
- Engage with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and regulatory bodies, to build trust and secure financial support for the organisation's programs.
- Drive financial innovation, exploring opportunities for cost optimisation, resource mobilisation, and new funding mechanisms.
- Ensure all financial practices align with the values and ethical standards, promoting integrity and accountability in all financial dealings.
Qualifications:
- Fully qualified CCAB accountant or equivalent
- Minimum of five years of senior financial management experience, ideally within the NGO or non-profit sector.
- Proven experience in managing complex budgets, financial forecasting, and analysis.
- Proven experience of leading finance change initiatives
- Strong understanding of international financial regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and provide sound financial advice.
In return you'll work as part of a passionate and supportive team, with flexible and hybrid working (2 days per week in the office). A generous holiday and pension allowance, as well as enhanced sick pay and parental leave is on offer. If you think you have the necessary skills and experience and want to make an impact within a highly regarded global charity, making a difference to the lives of people who need it most, please apply today. Candidates must be available for a late Aug/early September start.