We are seeking a motivated individual to fill this role, where you will perform a diverse range of duties critical to our operations. Your primary responsibilities will include executing tasks to meet project deadlines and ensuring adherence to established protocols. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and contribute to strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in relevant software and tools, along with effective communication abilities, is essential for success in this position. Additionally, you will be expected to maintain accurate records, report progress, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Financial strategy plays a crucial role in driving sustainability and fostering blended finance initiatives, ensuring long-term value creation while balancing economic, social, and environmental objectives. This role requires expertise in designing innovative financial solutions that align with corporate sustainability goals, optimizing capital allocation, and measuring impact through robust frameworks. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in financial modeling, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration, and stakeholder engagement to develop strategies that enhance resilience and unlock blended finance opportunities. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, securing funding for sustainable projects, and reporting on financial and impact performance to secure stakeholder confidence and support.
Drive strategic financial planning for Splash, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational expansion, government collaborations, and defined impact objectives.
Develop a refined capital strategy for Splash, clearly delineating between philanthropic funding, catalytic capital, government co-financing, donor-funded infrastructure, technical assistance, and long-term public ownership.
Collaborate closely with the CEO, Development team, and program leadership to identify and evaluate diverse funding sources in alignment with the organization’s varied needs.
Support the development of financial models to assess government co-financing structures, evaluate donor match requirements, plan phased implementation strategies, determine working capital needs, and ensure long-term sustainability.
Provide strategic counsel to the CEO and Board, addressing the complexities of scale, risk assessment, unrestricted reserves, cost recovery mechanisms, donor-imposed restrictions, 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 shifts, and potential funding gaps.
Develop comprehensive financial models that factor in inflation, foreign exchange exposure, country-specific cost assumptions, and implementation timing to ensure multi-year budgets are accurate and provide valuable insights for decision-making.
Global Financial Management and Reporting oversees the integrity and accuracy of financial data across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. The role involves developing and implementing robust financial frameworks, analyzing performance metrics, and preparing comprehensive reports for stakeholders at all levels. Key responsibilities include consolidating financial statements, managing audit processes, and providing strategic insights to support executive decision-making. Candidates must possess a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, along with professional certifications such as CPA or CFA. Proficiency in financial software, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential requirements for this position.
Responsible for managing global budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow oversight, and the preparation of financial reports for Splash’s operations in both the US and international markets.
Craft and deliver timely, precise, and actionable reports tailored to the CEO, management team, Board, Finance Committee, donors, and country teams, ensuring all stakeholders receive critical insights for informed decision-making.
Enhance financial dashboards and analytical tools to enable country, regional, and global teams to monitor burn rates in alignment with activities, deliverables, restricted donor budgets, and implementation progress—either in real time or near-real time.
Oversee the organization’s cash flow management, including reserves, restricted and unrestricted funding, as well as liquidity planning.
Collaborate closely with program and development teams to guarantee alignment between budgets, forecasts, and donor reports and the actual implementation of initiatives.
Support the development of budget models for new initiatives, encompassing comprehensive project budgets, donor-specific restricted allocations, assumptions regarding match or co-financing, cost recovery mechanisms, and projected implementation schedules.
Ensure that grant budgets, cost recovery processes, indirect cost allocation, and donor reporting are managed with rigor, clarity, and strict adherence to Splash’s operational framework.
Government Co-Financing and Public Finance encompasses strategic financial collaboration between public and private sectors to fund essential infrastructure and public services. This role involves assessing fiscal policies, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks to enhance economic stability and growth. Professionals in this field analyze budgetary impacts, design funding mechanisms, and facilitate transparent financial reporting to support sustainable development initiatives. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are required, along with expertise in economic forecasting, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement to drive equitable and efficient public finance solutions.
Provide assistance in designing and overseeing the financial aspects of government co-financing agreements, such as establishing contribution frameworks, developing annual operational plans, ensuring budget synchronization, and evaluating fund distribution alternatives.
Evaluate the financial impacts associated with government-funded implementations, direct government procurement processes, contractor remuneration, cost-sharing obligations, and postponed public disbursements.
Collaborate closely with country teams to validate the feasibility of government co-financing commitments, ensuring they are financially sound, thoroughly documented, accurately recorded, and consistently tracked.
Support financial analysis pertaining to public-sector ownership, operational and maintenance activities, and the long-term transition of responsibilities to governmental systems.
Demonstrated expertise in identifying and navigating the complexities of operating in low-income environments is required, encompassing public finance cycles, procurement limitations, documentation deficiencies, currency risks, and inconsistent local accounting capabilities.
Ensuring adherence to international regulations, managing Value-Added Tax (VAT), overseeing tax compliance, and mitigating potential risks are critical responsibilities of this role. The position demands a thorough understanding of global tax frameworks, meticulous attention to detail in VAT reporting, and the ability to assess and address compliance risks across diverse jurisdictions.
Oversee adherence to U.S. nonprofit compliance obligations, donor-related regulations, accounting and audit protocols, and applicable international financial standards.
Provide strategic direction and ensure meticulous management of financial processes spanning various international jurisdictions and corporate entities, encompassing regulatory registration, adherence to statutory obligations, local audit prerequisites, payroll administration, tax obligations, banking operations, and accounting protocols.
Oversee value-added tax (VAT), withholding tax, recoverability, exemptions, and various country-specific tax matters that impact donor-funded budgets, infrastructure implementation, and local procurement activities.
Direct the yearly audit cycle while cultivating productive partnerships with external auditors, tax consultants, legal advisors, and specialized technical professionals.
Ensure the implementation of robust risk management measures throughout global financial operations, encompassing internal controls, duty segregation, fraud prevention initiatives, procurement oversight, and adherence to documentation standards.
Systems, Controls, and Operational Discipline professionals are tasked with establishing and maintaining robust frameworks that ensure the reliability, efficiency, and compliance of organizational processes. Their responsibilities include developing and enforcing standardized procedures, identifying and mitigating operational risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal policies. These roles require a keen understanding of governance frameworks, risk management principles, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable performance and operational excellence.
Develop and uphold robust financial systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls to bolster a rapidly expanding global enterprise.
Enhance financial technology infrastructure, reporting mechanisms, data accuracy, and inter-country accounting procedures to ensure robust operational efficiency.
Design and implement a comprehensive accounting and reporting framework to meticulously monitor restricted funds, ensuring detailed tracking 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 to growth.
Facilitate seamless finance processes to bolster procurement, contracting, and implementation efforts while preventing finance from becoming a limiting factor in operations.
Foster an environment characterized by financial responsibility, openness, and prompt decision-making.
We are seeking a dynamic leader to drive team performance and foster collaborative partnerships across functions. This role requires the ability to guide and motivate a team while working seamlessly with various departments to achieve organizational goals. Responsibilities include setting clear objectives, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with broader company strategies. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset are essential to bridge gaps between teams and enhance overall efficiency.
Direct, mentor, and enhance the global finance team at Splash, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Enhance financial proficiency across country teams and non-financial leaders, fostering a culture of shared budget accountability and disciplined financial stewardship.
Collaborate seamlessly with Program, Development, Operations, and country leadership teams to ensure financial resources are strategically allocated in alignment with program delivery and organizational objectives.
Transform intricate financial concepts into accessible, actionable insights tailored for non-financial team members.
Act as a reliable advisor to the CEO, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors.
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience is required. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is essential. Familiarity with software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps, is necessary. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are crucial, along with excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Seeking candidates with at least 15 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience.
With a strong background in international financial management, ideally gained within a cross-border nonprofit, NGO, foundation-funded institution, development finance entity, or mission-driven organization, extensive experience is expected.
Proficiency in international accounting standards and frameworks, such as IFRS and/or IPSA where applicable, along with expertise in donor compliance, grants management, handling restricted funding, conducting audits, implementing internal controls, and overseeing multi-entity financial operations is required.
Proven expertise in guiding financial strategy within intricate operational settings.
Candidates with prior experience in low-income or lower-middle-income country settings are highly desirable.
Proficient in navigating Value Added Tax (VAT), tax obligations, multi-currency exposure, regulatory compliance, procurement processes, and financial risk management within international frameworks.
Candidates with prior involvement in government co-financing initiatives, public-sector collaborations, infrastructure funding mechanisms, development finance programs, or blended finance solutions will be given preference.
Proven proficiency in financial modeling, scenario analysis, forecasting, and advanced analytical techniques is required.
Professional Experience in developing multi-year, cross-border budgets, donor-specific restricted financial plans, and burn-rate evaluations is required.
Individuals must possess extensive experience collaborating with Boards of Directors, Finance Committees, Treasurers, Chief Executive Officers, and other senior leadership teams.
A master’s degree in finance, accounting, business, public administration, or a related discipline is preferred. Professional credentials such as a CPA, an MBA, or equivalent practical experience are highly advantageous.
Proven expertise in Excel and financial reporting systems is required. Familiarity with financial dashboards, accounting platforms, grant management tools, and reporting analytics is advantageous.
The Perfect Fit for This Role
The perfect candidate combines robust technical expertise with a forward-thinking mindset, eager to explore strategic possibilities. While adept at handling audits, budgets, compliance, and controls, they are equally driven by the pursuit of innovative financial frameworks that will empower Splash’s model to grow, transform, and thrive over time.
They will bring:
Demonstrates sound judgment when operating in intricate, uncertain, and cross-border scenarios.
A solid grasp of the flow of funds among donors, governments, contractors, country teams, and local partners is essential.
Experienced in navigating the complexities of philanthropy, government co-financing, restricted grants, catalytic capital, and other finance mechanisms aligned with organizational missions.
A professional possessing the instincts of an operator, builder, and strategist, capable of establishing standards, systems, and financial tools that enhance cross-team efficiency and effectiveness.
Early detection of financial risks and their transparent communication are essential, ensuring organizational agility without creating unnecessary bottlenecks.
A systems-oriented mindset, demonstrated through the capacity to develop disciplined, practical, and adaptable processes.
Demonstrates a collaborative mindset and works effectively in partnership with program, development, operations, and country leadership teams.
Maintaining a steadfast commitment to clarity, responsibility, and consistent execution is essential, ensuring a culture of openness, ownership, and reliable delivery.
Proficient in both written and verbal communication, as well as fostering strong interpersonal relationships.
Demonstrates the capacity to collaborate effectively across diverse time zones and cultural contexts with a mindset rooted in humility, precision, and mutual respect.
Demonstrates unwavering dedication to Splash’s core values—People, Quality, Honesty, Joy, and Mistakes—fostering an environment where integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement thrive.
Compensation and benefits packages offered include a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision. Additional perks include a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions, paid time off for vacation and holidays, and professional development opportunities through workshops and tuition reimbursement. The role also provides flexible work arrangements, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to support work-life balance and overall well-being.
The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $200,000, adjusted based on relevant experience. At Splash, we demonstrate our commitment to our mission by providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
Splash facilitates collaboration across multiple time zones, offering flexible work arrangements. While team members may establish consistent hours aligned with their local time zone, they must remain accessible for occasional after-hours duties. This structure is complemented by a self-directed schedule, ensuring ample personal time.
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The position includes 18 days of paid vacation annually, with an annual increase of two days until reaching a maximum of 28 days, as well as 11 paid holidays throughout the year. The benefits package also features Wellness Fridays, which provide reduced working hours on Fridays, along with two additional weeks of paid time off scheduled mid-year—specifically during the week of July 4th and the final week of December.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, alongside a 401K retirement savings plan featuring a 3% employer contribution match.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
15 years
