Strategic Finance Consultant

The Seed Company•US Remote,

6d•$67,601 - $76,051•Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Finance Consultant performs functions to serve designated MOU partner(s), guided by Growth Partners (GP) mandate, processes, and within the limits of the job description. This position strengthens GP consulting services by supporting the finance consulting team and enabling the partner(s) to achieve their vision and mission in a sustainable manner. The role involves building and maintaining strong relationships, serving as a Finance Consultant to specific partners, participating in organization reviews, and making recommendations to partner workplans. It also includes supporting partner finance leaders in developing operational plans, SMART goals, and staff to establish financial services, as well as monitoring and evaluating progress in building partner financial services. The consultant will facilitate the development of the partner’s finance work plan, provide subject matter training, develop and implement training modules in project financial management, and offer coaching and training in operational planning with the budget process. Additionally, the role involves reviewing finance consulting and coaching processes, documenting knowledge, and participating in GP team meetings and ongoing training.

Requirements

Strong faith in Jesus Christ as Savior; God-honoring lifestyle
Known to be a person of prayerfulness, authenticity, and sensitivity
Passion for the Word of God and provision of the Word for every people group
Championing Seed Company’s vision, mission, and values
Bachelor’s degree in business with a major in Finance or equivalent CPA qualifications or experience
At least 5 years’ experience in a Finance Manager/Accountant position
Working knowledge or willingness to learn fundamentals of organizational development, cross-cultural fieldwork, international consulting, or equivalent work experience
Experience and proven effectiveness in mentoring others in a cross-cultural context
Able to hold a passport or visit necessary countries

Nice To Haves

Fluency in French is preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships and collaboration with fellow SC Field leaders and fellow GP consultants.
Serve as a Finance Consultant to specific partner(s) and keep Lead Consultant fully informed of engagement with the partner.
Participate in organization reviews within the Operations and Finance areas as assigned.
Review and make recommendations to partner workplans affecting Strategic Finance and other interdependent competencies in coordination with Lead Consultants and consulting teams.
Support partner finance leaders in developing operational plans, SMART goals, and staff to establish financial services and integrate finance with other domains within the organization for overall partner success.
Monitor and evaluate progress in building partner financial services. Keep partner leadership informed of decisions needed for the best outcomes.
Facilitate the development of the partner’s finance work plan with the Lead Consultant.
Provide subject matter training as needed.
Develop and implement training modules in project financial management.
Provide coaching and training in operational planning with the budget process to partner financial leaders.
Review finance consulting and coaching processes and adjust as necessary. Document the knowledge, fruitful practices, and lessons learned related to finance consulting methods and results achieved.
Participate in GP team meetings and ongoing training.
Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups as directed and maintain required level of knowledge pertaining to operating procedures, requirements, processes, and policies.
Lead and/or participate in projects or task force groups that focus on issues having organization-wide impact.
Perform or assist with any assignments as required or directed.