Crafts and executes the essential duties and obligations integral to this position, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational standards. Oversees a range of tasks designed to enhance productivity, efficiency, and team collaboration, while maintaining strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations. Performs key responsibilities that contribute directly to achieving departmental and corporate objectives, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Addresses challenges proactively, leveraging problem-solving skills to mitigate risks and optimize workflows. Collaborates cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across teams.
As a leader in financial strategy, sustainability, and blended finance, you will spearhead initiatives that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles with innovative funding mechanisms. Your role will involve developing and implementing financial frameworks that align with long-term sustainability goals while leveraging diverse capital sources to maximize impact. Responsibilities include analyzing market trends, designing blended finance instruments, and collaborating with stakeholders to secure funding for sustainable projects. Additionally, you will assess financial risks, monitor performance metrics, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, experience in sustainable finance, and a proven track record in structuring complex financial transactions. Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement is essential.
Direct the formulation and execution of Splash’s long-term financial strategy, ensuring it aligns with organizational expansion objectives, government collaborations, and broader impact targets.
Craft a refined capital strategy for Splash that clearly delineates between philanthropic funding, catalytic capital, government co-financing, donor-funded infrastructure, technical assistance, and long-term public ownership.
Collaborate with the CEO, Development team, and program leadership to evaluate how various funding sources can address diverse organizational requirements.
Support the development of financial models to address government co-financing, donor match stipulations, phased execution strategies, working capital demands, and long-term viability.
Advise the CEO and Board on balancing tradeoffs concerning scale, risk management, unrestricted reserves, cost recovery, donor-imposed financial constraints, and country-specific financial exposure.
Lead the development of comprehensive scenario plans and financial models to project multi-year growth trajectories, accounting for variables such as delayed disbursements, foreign exchange exposure, government payment timing, implementation delays, and funding shortfalls.
Develop financial models that integrate factors such as inflation, foreign exchange exposure, country-specific cost assumptions, and implementation timing to ensure multi-year budgets are accurate and provide actionable insights for decision-making.
Global Finance Management & Reporting oversees the comprehensive financial operations of an organization, ensuring precise and timely financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role involves analyzing financial data, preparing consolidated financial statements, and delivering insights to senior leadership to inform executive decision-making. Key responsibilities include managing budgeting processes, conducting variance analysis, and implementing robust internal controls to safeguard assets and enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, the position requires strong proficiency in financial software and systems, adherence to accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with broader business goals. Candidates must possess a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, along with relevant certifications such as CPA or CFA, and a minimum of five years of progressive financial management experience.
Splash’s US and international operations require comprehensive oversight of global budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
Produce timely, precise, and actionable reports tailored to the CEO, executive leadership, Board members, Finance Committee, donors, and country teams.
Enhance financial dashboards and analytical capabilities to enable country, regional, and global teams to monitor burn rates in alignment with activities, deliverables, restricted donor budgets, and implementation progress, all in real-time or near-real-time.
Oversee the organization’s cash flow, reserve funds, restricted and unrestricted funding, as well as liquidity planning initiatives to ensure financial stability and optimal resource allocation.
Collaborate closely with program and development teams to guarantee that budgets, forecasts, and donor reports precisely align with actual implementation outcomes.
Support the development of budget models for emerging opportunities, encompassing comprehensive project budgets, donor-specific restricted allocations, match or co-financing assumptions, cost recovery mechanisms, and implementation schedules.
Ensure grant budgets, cost recovery processes, indirect cost allocation, and donor reporting are managed with discipline, transparency, and alignment to Splash’s operational framework.
Government Co-Financing and Public Finance initiatives provide essential financial support and strategic investment to enhance public sector projects and services. These programs require expertise in fiscal policy, budgetary management, and economic analysis to ensure effective allocation of public funds and alignment with national development goals. Key responsibilities include collaborating with federal, state, and local agencies to design and implement funding frameworks, evaluating project feasibility, and monitoring fiscal performance to maximize socio-economic impact. Candidates should possess a strong background in public administration, economics, or related fields, along with proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.
Provide assistance in developing and overseeing government co-financing structures, with a focus on contribution frameworks, yearly operational plans, budget synchronization, and fund disbursement strategies.
Conduct evaluations of the financial impact stemming from government-funded initiatives, including direct procurement activities, contractor remuneration, cost-sharing obligations, and deferred public fund disbursements.
Collaborate with country teams to verify that government co-financing commitments are financially viable, properly documented, accurately recorded, and consistently tracked.
Provide financial analysis to evaluate public-sector ownership structures, operational efficiency, and maintenance practices while facilitating the long-term transition of responsibilities to government systems.
Proficiency in navigating the complexities of operating within low-income environments is essential, encompassing public finance cycles, procurement limitations, documentation deficiencies, currency fluctuations, and inconsistent local accounting capabilities.
International Compliance, VAT, Tax, and Risk professionals ensure adherence to global regulatory frameworks, manage value-added tax obligations, oversee tax compliance strategies, and mitigate potential risks across jurisdictions. They conduct thorough assessments of financial transactions, identify compliance gaps, and implement corrective measures to align with evolving legislation. These experts collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline reporting processes, maintain accurate documentation, and provide strategic guidance to minimize liabilities while maximizing operational efficiency. Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an in-depth understanding of international tax laws and risk management principles are essential for success in this role.
Maintain adherence to US nonprofit obligations, donor-related guidelines, accounting and audit principles, as well as applicable international financial regulations.
Direct supervision of financial activities spanning various countries and legal entities is required, encompassing registration processes, adherence to statutory regulations, local audit obligations, payroll administration, tax obligations, banking operations, and established accounting methodologies.
Oversee value-added tax (VAT), withholding tax, reclaimability, exemptions, and other jurisdiction-specific tax considerations impacting donor-funded budgets, infrastructure implementation, and local procurement activities.
Oversee the yearly audit cycle while cultivating collaborative relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and specialized technical consultants.
Uphold robust risk management protocols throughout global financial activities, encompassing internal controls, duty segregation, fraud prevention measures, procurement safeguards, and adherence to documentation standards.
The position involves ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and reliability of systems, controls, and operational discipline within the organization. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining robust control frameworks, monitoring system performance, and enforcing adherence to established standards and procedures. The role demands a strong understanding of operational risk management, regulatory compliance, and process optimization to enhance overall organizational effectiveness and resilience. Candidates should possess relevant experience in systems engineering, control systems, or operational management, along with analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities. Additionally, effective communication and leadership abilities are essential to drive continuous improvement and align cross-functional teams with best practices.
Develop and sustain robust financial frameworks, including systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls, to align with the expanding needs of a worldwide enterprise.
Enhance the robustness of financial technology systems, reporting mechanisms, data integrity protocols, and international accounting procedures.
Design and implement a robust accounting and reporting framework to meticulously monitor restricted funds, organized by donor, project, activity, deliverable, country, budget line, and spending status.
Enhance budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, cost documentation, and approval processes to ensure they are transparent, streamlined, and adaptable for future growth.
Facilitate seamless finance operations that align with procurement, contracting, and implementation initiatives, ensuring the finance function remains efficient and does not impede progress.
Foster an environment characterized by financial accountability, transparency, and prompt decision-making.
We excel in leading teams and fostering collaborative relationships across diverse functions, driving cohesive project execution and organizational alignment. Our approach involves guiding team members toward shared objectives while leveraging expertise from multiple departments to enhance productivity and innovation. This role demands strong interpersonal skills, strategic problem-solving, and the ability to align varying priorities to achieve unified goals.
Spearhead the development and empowerment of Splash’s worldwide finance team, fostering growth and enhancing team performance.
Develop financial acumen among country teams and non-finance leaders, fostering shared responsibility for budget management and ensuring disciplined financial practices.
Collaborate effectively with Program, Development, Operations, and country leadership teams to ensure financial resources are strategically aligned with program execution and organizational objectives.
Convert intricate financial matters into comprehensible, actionable insights for non-financial team members.
Act as a reliable liaison between yourself and key leadership figures, including the CEO, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board, to establish and maintain strong professional relationships.
Seeking an experienced professional with a minimum of five years in a relevant field, preferably holding a degree in a related discipline. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proficiency in industry-standard software. Familiarity with project management methodologies and a track record of leading cross-functional teams are essential. Additionally, the role requires the ability to interpret complex data, develop strategic solutions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience is required.
Seasoned professional with extensive expertise in global financial oversight, ideally within an international nonprofit, NGO, foundation-funded institution, development finance organization, or mission-driven enterprise with a multi-country operational footprint.
Proficiency in international accounting frameworks such as IFRS and/or IPSA, as applicable, is essential, along with expertise in donor compliance, grant administration, handling restricted funds, conducting audits, implementing internal controls, and overseeing multi-entity financial operations.
Proven track record of successfully guiding financial strategy within intricate operational landscapes.
Proficiency in low-income or lower-middle-income country contexts is highly desirable.
A comprehensive grasp of Value-Added Tax (VAT), tax regulations, multi-currency exposure, statutory compliance, procurement processes, and financial risk management within international contexts is essential.
A proven track record in facilitating government co-financing initiatives, establishing public-sector collaborations, structuring infrastructure financing agreements, advancing development finance strategies, or implementing blended finance solutions is highly desirable.
Exceptional proficiency in financial modeling, scenario planning, forecasting, and analytical processes is essential.
Accomplished in developing multi-year, cross-border budgets, as well as donor-restricted financial plans and burn-rate assessments.
Proven track record collaborating with Board members, Finance Committees, Treasurers, CEOs, and other senior leadership teams.
A master’s degree in finance, accounting, business, public administration, or a related discipline is highly desirable. Candidates holding a CPA certification, an MBA, or possessing equivalent professional experience will be strongly preferred.
Proven expertise in Excel and financial reporting systems is required. Familiarity with financial dashboards, accounting platforms, grant management tools, and reporting analytics will be considered an advantage.
The perfect candidate will possess a combination of relevant qualifications, skills, and experience tailored to this role. They must demonstrate a strong understanding of the core responsibilities outlined, including [specific responsibility], [specific duty], and [additional task]. Ideal applicants should exhibit proficiency in [required skill or tool], along with a track record of achieving [specific achievement or outcome]. Additionally, they must meet all stated requirements, such as [certification, degree, or license], [years of experience], and [specific technical or soft skill]. Strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability to evolving challenges, and a commitment to collaboration are essential traits for success in this position.
The perfect candidate combines technical proficiency with a strategic mindset, eager to explore transformative financial solutions. They excel in audit management, budget oversight, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, while driven by the broader challenge of designing a scalable financial framework that ensures Splash’s model thrives through growth and adaptation.
They will bring:
Demonstrates exceptional discernment in navigating intricate, uncertain, and cross-border scenarios.
Possesses a comprehensive grasp of financial flows among donors, governments, contractors, country teams, and local partners.
Demonstrated proficiency in navigating philanthropic funding models, government co-financing mechanisms, restricted grants, catalytic capital strategies, and other mission-aligned financial instruments.
An operator, builder, and strategist at heart, this role demands the ability to develop standards, systems, and financial tools that enhance collaboration and efficiency across multiple teams.
Skilled in proactively detecting financial risks and articulating them concisely to stakeholders while minimizing operational disruptions.
A systems-oriented mindset, coupled with the capacity to develop disciplined, practical, and adaptable processes.
Demonstrates a collaborative approach, actively engaging with program, Development, Operations, and country leaders to foster productive partnerships.
Maintains strict standards of transparency, accountability, and reliable follow-through.
Proficient in conveying ideas clearly through both written and spoken channels, with a strong ability to engage and collaborate effectively with others.
Proficient in collaborating effectively across diverse time zones and cultural backgrounds, demonstrating humility, clarity, and mutual respect in all interactions.
Demonstrates a steadfast dedication to Splash’s core values—People, Quality, Honesty, Joy, and Mistakes—through consistent actions and decision-making.
We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth. The total compensation reflects your experience, skills, and contributions to the organization. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company matching, paid time off, flexible work arrangements, and additional perks tailored to enhance work-life balance. Eligibility for these benefits may vary based on employment status and tenure.
The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $200,000, commensurate with experience. Splash is committed to upholding its mission by providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both employees and their families.
Splash accommodates employees across various time zones with adaptable work arrangements. While team members may establish core hours aligned with their local time zone, they must remain accessible for occasional after-hours responsibilities. This framework is complemented by an autonomous scheduling system that prioritizes personal time.
You will enjoy 18 days of paid time off annually, with an annual increase of 2 days until reaching a maximum of 28 days. The company also provides 11 paid holidays throughout the year, along with Wellness Fridays, which feature reduced working hours. Furthermore, employees receive two additional weeks of paid time off during July 4th week and the final week of the year.
The position includes comprehensive benefits, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a retirement savings plan featuring a 3% employer match on 401K contributions.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
15 years
