Crafts detailed job descriptions to outline primary duties and obligations. Develops comprehensive overviews of essential functions and expected outcomes. Ensures alignment between responsibilities and organizational objectives. Reviews and revises descriptions periodically to reflect evolving business needs. Collaborates with department leaders to identify critical tasks and performance benchmarks. Verifies accuracy of role requirements and qualifications against operational standards. Integrates feedback from stakeholders to refine position criteria and expectations. Maintains consistency in language and structure across all job documentation.
Financial strategy, sustainability, and blended finance represent the core pillars of this role, requiring a strategic approach to integrating economic viability with long-term environmental and social impact. The position demands expertise in developing innovative financial models that align profitability with sustainable outcomes, ensuring resilience and scalability across diverse projects. Additionally, the individual will be responsible for assessing blended finance structures, identifying optimal funding mechanisms, and fostering partnerships between public, private, and philanthropic sectors to maximize resource efficiency. Proficiency in financial analysis, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement is essential, along with a deep understanding of global sustainability frameworks and regulatory landscapes. This role serves as a bridge between financial acumen and sustainable development goals, driving cohesive strategies that deliver measurable value to organizations and communities alike.
Spearhead the formulation and execution of Splash’s enduring financial strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational expansion, government collaborations, and overarching impact objectives.
Develop and refine Splash’s capital strategy to clearly differentiate between philanthropic funding, catalytic capital, government co-financing, donor-funded infrastructure investments, technical assistance allocations, and long-term public ownership structures.
Collaborate closely with the CEO, Development team, and program leadership to evaluate how diverse funding sources can be leveraged to meet the varied needs of the organization.
Develop financial models to assess government co-financing structures, evaluate donor match requirements, plan phased implementation timelines, analyze working capital needs, and ensure long-term sustainability of initiatives.
Provide counsel to the CEO and Board regarding the strategic trade-offs concerning scalability, risk management, unrestricted reserves, cost recovery mechanisms, donor-imposed limitations, and financial exposure at the country level.
Lead the development of scenario plans and financial models to project multi-year growth, accounting for variables such as delayed disbursements, foreign exchange exposure, government payment timing, implementation delays, and funding shortfalls.
Develop comprehensive financial models that account for inflation, foreign exchange exposure, country-specific cost assumptions, and implementation timing, ensuring multi-year budgets are both realistic and actionable for decision-making.
Global Finance Oversight & Disclosure
This role involves comprehensive financial governance, regulatory compliance, and the accurate preparation of financial statements to support strategic decision-making. The position requires deep expertise in international accounting standards, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. Key responsibilities include overseeing global financial operations, ensuring adherence to statutory reporting requirements, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes and controls.
Direct supervision of global budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting processes is required to ensure alignment with Splash’s US and international operational activities.
Produce timely, precise, and actionable reports that provide critical insights for the CEO, management team, Board, Finance Committee, donors, and country teams.
Enhance financial dashboards and analytical tools to enable country, regional, and global teams to monitor burn rates in relation to activities, deliverables, restricted donor budgets, and implementation progress seamlessly in real time or near-real time.
Oversee the organization’s cash flow management, reserves, restricted and unrestricted funding, as well as liquidity planning strategies.
Collaborate closely with program and development teams to align budgets, forecasts, and donor reports with the actual implementation conditions.
Provide budget modeling assistance for emerging opportunities by developing comprehensive project budgets, preparing donor-specific restricted budgets, establishing match or co-financing assumptions, calculating cost recovery, and outlining implementation timelines.
Guarantee that grant budgets, cost recovery processes, indirect cost allocation, and donor reporting adhere to stringent standards of discipline, transparency, and alignment with Splash’s operational framework.
Government co-financing and public finance initiatives play a pivotal role in funding critical infrastructure projects, social programs, and economic development initiatives. These programs allocate public resources in collaboration with private sector investors to stimulate growth, enhance service delivery, and address societal needs. Professionals in this field are expected to possess expertise in financial management, regulatory compliance, and strategic resource allocation, ensuring transparency and accountability in the administration of public funds. Responsibilities include evaluating funding proposals, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and coordinating with stakeholders to optimize fiscal efficiency and maximize societal impact.
Provide assistance in the design and financial management of government co-financing frameworks, encompassing contribution structures, yearly work plans, budget synchronization, and fund distribution mechanisms.
Evaluate the financial consequences associated with government-funded initiatives, including direct government procurement activities, contractor remuneration, cost-share obligations, and postponed public fund disbursements.
Collaborate closely with country teams to verify the feasibility of government co-financing commitments, ensuring they are financially sound, thoroughly documented, accurately recorded, and consistently tracked.
Provide financial analysis support concerning public-sector ownership, operational and maintenance activities, and the gradual transfer of management responsibilities to government entities.
Proficiency in navigating the challenges and complexities inherent to low-income environments is essential, encompassing awareness of public finance cycles, procurement limitations, documentation deficiencies, currency risks, and disparities in local accounting capabilities.
We seek a seasoned professional with expertise in International Compliance, Value-Added Tax (VAT), tax regulations, and Risk management to ensure organizational adherence to global standards and mitigate potential financial exposures. This role requires a deep understanding of cross-border tax obligations, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment methodologies to safeguard the company’s operations and financial integrity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex international tax landscapes while implementing robust compliance strategies.
Maintain adherence to U.S. nonprofit obligations, donor-related stipulations, accounting and audit guidelines, as well as pertinent international financial regulations.
Provide leadership and direction for financial activities spanning diverse global locations and organizational units, ensuring adherence to registration protocols, statutory obligations, local audit mandates, payroll administration, tax obligations, banking protocols, and established accounting standards.
Oversee value-added tax, withholding tax, recoverability, exemptions, and other nation-specific tax matters that influence donor budgets, infrastructure implementation, and local procurement processes.
Oversee the annual audit process and cultivate strong relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, legal advisors, and other specialized consultants.
Oversee robust risk management protocols throughout global financial operations, encompassing internal controls, duty segregation, fraud deterrence, procurement oversight, and documentation protocols.
Responsible for maintaining and enhancing systems, controls, and operational discipline, this role ensures the integrity and efficiency of processes through rigorous oversight and adherence to established standards. Key responsibilities include designing, implementing, and monitoring control frameworks to mitigate risks, as well as fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of operational frameworks, and the ability to drive disciplined execution across teams. Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and regulatory compliance is essential, along with experience in process optimization and performance measurement. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be required to align systems with strategic objectives while upholding stringent operational guidelines.
Develop and uphold robust financial systems, frameworks, policies, procedures, and internal controls to facilitate the expansion of a globally distributed organization.
Enhance financial technology infrastructure, improve reporting tools, ensure data integrity, and streamline cross-country accounting processes to drive operational excellence and compliance.
Design and implement a robust accounting and reporting framework to meticulously monitor restricted funds, organized by donor, project, activity, deliverable, country, budget line, and expenditure status.
Enhance budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, cost documentation, and approval processes to ensure they are transparent, streamlined, and adaptable for future growth.
Facilitate seamless alignment between financial operations and procurement, contracting, and implementation activities to prevent any delays in financial processes.
Foster an environment characterized by financial responsibility, openness, and efficient decision-making processes.
We oversee team leadership and foster cross-functional partnerships, ensuring alignment and collaboration across departments. By guiding teams toward shared objectives, we optimize performance and drive organizational success. This role requires strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, we facilitate communication and coordination between teams to streamline processes and achieve company-wide goals.
Direct, guide, and cultivate Splash’s international finance team to enhance performance and cohesion.
Develop financial acumen among country teams and non-finance leaders to ensure widespread accountability for budget management and adherence to fiscal discipline.
Collaborate effectively with Program, Development, Operations, and country leadership teams to ensure financial resources are strategically aligned with program execution and overarching organizational objectives.
Transform intricate financial matters into accessible, actionable insights tailored for non-financial colleagues.
Act as a key advisor to the CEO, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board, fostering collaborative relationships and providing strategic guidance to support executive decision-making.
Seeking a highly skilled professional with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the field, preferably holding a degree in a related discipline. Strong analytical abilities, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a keen attention to detail are essential. The ideal candidate must demonstrate proficiency in industry-specific software and tools, along with the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to effectively interact with stakeholders and convey complex information clearly. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit adaptability to evolving industry standards and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Requires at least 15 years of progressively senior financial leadership experience.
With a robust background in global financial management, ideally gained within an international nonprofit, NGO, foundation-funded organization, development finance institution, or mission-driven entity operating across diverse geographic regions.
Proficiency in international accounting frameworks such as IFRS and/or IPSA, as applicable, along with expertise in donor compliance, grants administration, handling restricted funding, conducting audits, implementing internal controls, and overseeing multi-entity financial operations is required.
Proven track record in developing and implementing financial strategies within intricate operational settings.
Strong preference for candidates with prior experience in low-income or lower-middle-income country settings.
A solid grasp of Value-Added Tax (VAT), fiscal regulations, currency exchange implications, adherence to statutory mandates, procurement processes, and financial risk mitigation within global contexts is essential.
Proficiency in government co-financing initiatives, public-sector collaborations, infrastructure financing strategies, development finance mechanisms, or blended finance models is highly desired.
Proven expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, forecasting, and analytical capabilities is required.
Experienced in developing multi-year, multi-country financial plans, as well as donor-restricted budgets and burn-rate assessments.
Seasoned professionals with a track record of collaborating effectively with boards, Finance Committees, Treasurers, CEOs, and senior leadership teams.
A master’s degree in finance, accounting, business, public administration, or a related discipline is preferred. Candidates with a CPA, MBA, or equivalent practical experience are highly desirable.
Demonstrated expertise in Excel and financial reporting systems is essential. Proficiency with financial dashboards, accounting platforms, grant management tools, and reporting analytics is highly desirable.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant combines robust technical skills with a forward-thinking mindset, capable of overseeing audits, budgets, compliance, and control systems while proactively exploring how Splash’s financial framework can be optimized for sustainable scaling, seamless transition, and long-term resilience.
They will bring:
Demonstrates sound judgment in intricate, uncertain, and multinational contexts.
A solid grasp of the flow of funds among donors, governments, contractors, country teams, and local partners is required.
Proven ability to navigate philanthropic funding, government co-financing arrangements, restricted grants, catalytic capital investments, and other finance mechanisms aligned with organizational mission.
An operator, builder, and strategist with a keen instinct for developing standards, systems, and financial tools that enhance collaboration and efficiency across teams.
Capable of proactively detecting financial risks and conveying them in a clear, concise manner without imposing undue operational burdens.
An analytical approach to systems, characterized by the capacity to design disciplined, practical, and adaptable processes.
Demonstrates a robust ability to collaborate effectively with program, development, operations, and country leadership teams.
Maintaining high standards of transparency, accountability, and follow-through is essential.
Proven ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively through written, verbal, and interpersonal communication channels.
Demonstrates the capacity to collaborate effectively across diverse global time zones and cultural contexts, embodying humility, precision, and mutual respect in all interactions.
Demonstrates a strong dedication to Splash’s core values—People, Quality, Honesty, Joy, and Mistakes—fostering a culture of integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent, including health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for these benefits may depend on employment status, job level, and location. Employees are encouraged to review the full benefits summary provided during onboarding to understand specific eligibility and enrollment details.
The salary range for this position spans from $170,000 to $200,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. At Splash, we are deeply committed to our mission and provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both employees and their families.
Splash accommodates global collaboration through adaptable work arrangements spanning multiple time zones. Employees may establish consistent working hours aligned with their local time zone while remaining prepared to engage during occasional off-hours when necessary. In return, the company supports autonomy by permitting self-directed scheduling to ensure personal time is respected.
Our organization provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes 18 days of paid time off, with an annual increase of two days each year until reaching a maximum of 28 days. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, as well as Wellness Fridays, which feature reduced working hours. Furthermore, we offer an additional two weeks of paid time off during mid-year, specifically during the July 4th week and the final week of the year.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, alongside a 401K retirement savings plan featuring a 3% employer matching contribution.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
15 years
