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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.



