Finance Lead

About the Role

Head of Finance

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Leadership

• Act as a strategic partner to senior management and the Board, providing insights based on financial analysis, forecasting, and performance projections.
• Support project leaders with financial planning, reviewing budgets, monthly/quarterly reports, and grant-wise financial insights.
• Lead annual organizational budgeting and guide financial policies, systems, and administrative procedures.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives and support investment decisions.

Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee financial accounting, fund management, banking, and risk management activities.
• Manage monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, payroll, and benefits.
• Ensure accurate and timely MIS and taxation-related reporting.
• Lead the annual audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and timely closure of year-end financials.
• Manage treasury operations including payments, transfers, and credit control.

Governance & Reporting

• Oversee legal and statutory compliance aligned with charity and company regulations.
• Prepare and present financial reports for grants, major contracts, and organizational initiatives.
• Conduct Board meetings, ensure documentation, follow-ups, and statutory reporting requirements.

People & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Inspire, mentor, and guide teams to achieve financial and organizational goals.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, service providers, auditors, and senior leadership.

Desired Profile

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualification.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience working in large nonprofit organizations is an added advantage.
• Proficient in financial systems and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
• High integrity, strategic mindset, and leadership capability.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to influence strategy and drive impact at a senior level.
• Work closely with leadership while shaping financial governance for high-impact programs.
• A purpose-driven environment that values excellence, transparency, and innovation.