Director of Finance
About The Position
The Director of Finance contributes to Human Appeal’s organizational objectives by providing strategic and financial guidance and ensuring the organization meets its financial commitments. The role develops policies and procedures for sound financial management and control and manages the Finance department’s day-to-day operations. It provides financial insights to support commercial decisions in the USA and global offices, helps establish strategies to increase income, oversees accounting operations, and produces accurate reports on organizational finances. The position aims to improve efficiency and support Human Appeal’s financial stability, long-term health, and growth. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director helps drive organizational strategy and performance. The role oversees financial planning, analyzes performance and risk, monitors the organization’s financial position, prepares quarterly and annual performance reports, develops budgets and forecasts, and reports to the Board of Directors and Board of Trustees. It also ensures financial compliance and oversees accurate, timely financial data processing and maintenance in Human Appeal’s systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a relevant Finance discipline.
- Certified Public Accountant required.
- Significant senior-level financial leadership, management, and oversight experience.
- Experience with or exposure to the nonprofit or public sector.
- Experience with or exposure to financial management in developing countries.
- Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
- Experienced user of financial databases and systems.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification preferred.
- Previous experience using Salesforce, SAGE, and NAVision is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the operational management of the Finance department.
- Contribute to organizational strategy and performance as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Drive financial planning by analyzing organizational performance and risks.
- Monitor the organization’s financial position and act to prevent problems.
- Prepare timely, detailed quarterly and annual financial performance reports.
- Conduct analysis to produce budgets and forecasts and report on them at Board of Directors and Board of Trustees level.
- Ensure financial compliance with relevant legislation, regulation, and audit recommendations.
- Oversee timely and accurate processing and maintenance of financial data on Human Appeal’s computer systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
