Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards and charity regulations.

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Prepare management reports and financial analyses to support decision-making by senior management and the Board.

• Monitor organizational financial performance and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.

• Work closely with department heads to develop programme and operational budgets.

• Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis to management.

• Support long-term financial sustainability planning and scenario analysis.

Grant & Fund Management

• Oversee grant accounting and reporting to funding agencies and donors.

• Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds to ensure compliance with donor requirements.

• Ensure proper allocation of programme, fundraising, and administrative expenses.

• Support grant applications by providing budget assumptions and financial information.

• Maintain accurate records for all grants and funding streams.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, charity governance standards, and internal policies.

• Maintain and strengthen financial controls and risk management practices.

• Coordinate annual audits and act as the key liaison with external auditors.

• Support Board Finance Committee and Audit Committee meetings through timely preparation of reports and financial updates.

• Develop and review financial policies, procedures, and controls.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cash flow and liquidity requirements.

• Ensure sufficient funding is available to support programme delivery and operations.

• Provide cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.

Strategic Business Partnering

• Partner with operations and programme leaders and department heads to improve financial management and accountability.

• Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives and organizational growth.

• Support evaluation of new programmes, partnerships, and funding opportunities.

• Drive financial sustainability initiatives and resource optimization efforts.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes.

• Lead finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Enhance financial reporting capabilities and data analytics.

• Ensure effective utilization of finance systems and tools.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.

• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Support staff development and succession planning within the finance function.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent).

Experience

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.

• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

• Experience in the non-profit, charity, social services, education, healthcare, or public sector will be an advantage.

• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders is preferred.

Key Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and accounting standards.

• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis expertise.

• Understanding of grant management and fund accounting.

• Strong internal control and risk management knowledge.

• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinking and sound judgment.

• High integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Ability to translate financial information into actionable insights.

• Strong people leadership and coaching capabilities.