We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team, responsible for a range of key duties and obligations. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Key responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, ensuring compliance with company policies, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and demonstrate proficiency in relevant software applications. Additionally, the role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the capacity to work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.
Our role encompasses financial strategy development, sustainability initiatives, and blended finance solutions to drive impactful economic outcomes. You will be responsible for crafting and executing financial frameworks that align with organizational goals while ensuring long-term viability. Additionally, you will oversee sustainability projects that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into financial decision-making processes. Proficiency in blended finance mechanisms—such as impact investing, public-private partnerships, and innovative funding models—is essential. Strong analytical skills, strategic foresight, and the ability to collaborate across departments are required to advance both financial and sustainability objectives.
Develop and direct Splash’s enduring financial strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational expansion objectives, government collaborations, and broader impact targets.
Splash seeks to develop a refined capital strategy that clearly delineates among 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 be aligned with the organization’s diverse needs.
Support financial modeling efforts for government co-financing initiatives, ensuring alignment with donor match requirements, phased implementation strategies, working capital allocations, and long-term sustainability objectives.
Provide strategic guidance to the CEO and Board regarding the delicate balance between scalability, risk management, unrestricted reserves, cost recovery, donor-imposed limitations, and financial exposure at the country level.
Lead the development of scenario plans and financial models to forecast multi-year growth, accounting for factors such as deferred disbursements, foreign exchange exposure, government payment schedules, implementation delays, and funding shortfalls.
Develop financial models that integrate inflation factors, foreign exchange exposure, country-specific cost assumptions, and implementation timelines to ensure multi-year budgets are both realistic and actionable for decision-making.
Global Financial Management and Reporting oversees strategic financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, regulatory compliance, and robust internal controls across all business units. Key responsibilities include consolidating financial data, preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS standards, and analyzing financial performance to support executive decision-making. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with a CPA certification or equivalent, coupled with at least five years of progressive experience in financial reporting, audit, or financial analysis. Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Excel skills, and strong communication abilities are essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting insights to stakeholders.
Manage global budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting for Splash’s U.S. and international operations.
Prepare and deliver timely, precise, and actionable reports tailored to the needs of the CEO, management team, Board, Finance Committee, donors, and country teams.
Enhance financial dashboards and reporting mechanisms to enable country, regional, and global teams to monitor expenditures against planned activities, key deliverables, restricted donor allocations, and project execution progress in real-time or near real-time.
Oversee the organization’s cash flow, manage reserves, handle both restricted and unrestricted funding, and develop liquidity plans to ensure financial stability.
Collaborate closely with program and development teams to maintain alignment between budgets, forecasts, and donor reports and the actual implementation of initiatives.
Assist in the development of budget models for emerging opportunities, encompassing comprehensive project budgets, donor-specific restricted allocations, assumptions regarding match funding or co-financing, cost recovery mechanisms, and implementation schedules.
Ensure grant budgets, cost recovery, indirect cost allocation, and donor reporting are meticulously managed, conducted with full transparency, and consistently aligned with Splash’s operational framework.
Government co-financing and public finance initiatives serve as crucial mechanisms for funding essential projects and services, fostering economic growth, and enhancing societal welfare. These programs typically involve partnerships between governmental entities and private or public stakeholders to share financial responsibilities, mitigate risks, and leverage resources efficiently. Responsibilities include structuring funding agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing the allocation of public funds to maximize impact. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial modeling, and a deep understanding of fiscal policies, along with experience in budgeting, grant management, or economic development. Familiarity with public-private partnership frameworks and proficiency in relevant software tools are often required to support strategic decision-making and project execution.
Support the design and financial monitoring of government co-financing structures, such as contribution frameworks, yearly operational plans, budget synchronization, and fund disbursement alternatives.
Assist in evaluating the financial consequences of government-funded initiatives, including direct government procurement, contractor payments, cost-sharing obligations, and postponed public disbursements.
Collaborate with country teams to validate the financial feasibility of government co-financing commitments, ensuring thorough documentation, accurate accounting, and rigorous monitoring.
Conduct financial analysis concerning public-sector ownership, operational and maintenance activities, and the gradual transfer of responsibilities to government systems.
Proficiency in navigating the complexities and inherent risks of working in low-income environments is essential, encompassing factors such as public finance cycles, procurement limitations, documentation deficiencies, currency fluctuations, and disparities in local accounting expertise.
International Compliance, VAT, Tax, and Risk professionals are responsible for ensuring adherence to global regulatory frameworks while mitigating financial and operational risks associated with taxation, value-added tax (VAT) obligations, and compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions. They assess and interpret evolving regulatory requirements, implement robust internal controls, and oversee tax filings to minimize exposure to penalties or reputational damage. Additionally, these specialists collaborate with cross-functional teams—including finance, legal, and operations—to streamline compliance processes, conduct risk assessments, and provide strategic guidance on tax optimization and regulatory alignment. Proficiency in international tax laws, proficiency with compliance software, and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.
Ensure adherence to U.S. nonprofit compliance obligations, donor-related regulations, accounting and audit standards, as well as applicable international financial regulatory frameworks.
Responsible for managing financial operations spanning various countries and legal entities, encompassing registration, statutory compliance, local audit mandates, payroll processing, tax obligations, banking activities, and accounting procedures.
Oversee value-added tax (VAT), withholding tax obligations, recoverability assessments, exemptions, and other jurisdiction-specific tax concerns impacting donor-funded budgets, infrastructure implementation, and local procurement activities.
Direct the yearly audit initiatives while cultivating strong partnerships with external auditors, tax consultants, legal counsel, and specialized technical advisors.
Oversee robust risk management protocols across international financial operations, encompassing internal controls, duty segregation, fraud deterrence, procurement oversight, and compliance with documentation standards.
Systems, Controls, and Operational Discipline is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust frameworks that ensure consistent performance, mitigate risks, and uphold operational excellence across the organization. This role involves designing and implementing control mechanisms, monitoring adherence to policies and procedures, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include overseeing regulatory compliance, conducting audits, and analyzing operational data to identify trends and areas for enhancement. The position requires a strong understanding of internal controls, risk management principles, and industry best practices, along with excellent analytical and communication skills to drive alignment across business units.
Develop and uphold robust financial frameworks, policies, procedures, and internal controls to facilitate the expansion of a worldwide enterprise.
Enhance the robustness of financial technology infrastructure, reporting mechanisms, data accuracy, and accounting processes spanning multiple countries.
Develop and implement the accounting and reporting framework necessary to monitor restricted funds, organizing them by donor, project, activity, deliverable, country, budget line, and spending status.
Enhance budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, cost documentation, and approval processes to ensure clarity, efficiency, and scalability.
Strive to establish finance processes that enhance—not impede—procurement, contracting, and implementation activities, ensuring the department remains an enabler rather than a bottleneck.
Foster an environment characterized by financial accountability, transparency, and prompt decision-making.
We excel at guiding teams and fostering collaboration across departments to drive unified success.
Guide and develop Splash’s international finance team, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence in financial operations.
Develop financial acumen among country teams and non-finance leaders, ensuring budget management is decentralized and executed with rigor.
Collaborate effectively with Program, Development, Operations, and country leadership teams to ensure financial resources are strategically aligned with program delivery and organizational objectives.
Convert intricate financial concepts into straightforward, actionable insights tailored for non-financial team members.
Act as a key advisor to the CEO, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board, fostering collaborative relationships to support strategic decision-making and governance excellence.
Seeking candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of three years of professional experience in the industry. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is required, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience is required.
Experienced professionals in global financial management are sought, with a preference for candidates from international nonprofits, NGOs, foundation-funded organizations, development finance institutions, or mission-driven entities with multi-country operations.
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, establishing internal controls, and overseeing multi-entity financial activities is required.
Proven expertise in guiding financial strategy within intricate operational landscapes.
Experience in low-income or lower-middle-income country settings is highly desirable.
A solid grasp of Value Added Tax (VAT), tax regulations, multi-currency exposure, statutory compliance, procurement processes, and financial risk management within international contexts is essential.
Proficiency in government co-financing initiatives, public-sector collaborations, infrastructure financing, development finance, or blended finance is highly advantageous.
Proven expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, forecasting, and analytical capabilities is required.
Skilled in developing multi-year, multi-country budgets, donor-restricted financial plans, and burn-rate evaluations.
Requires proven collaboration with Board members, Finance Committees, Treasurers, Chief Executive Officers, and other senior leadership stakeholders.
A master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a closely related discipline is preferred. Candidates holding a CPA certification, an MBA, or possessing equivalent professional experience will be given strong consideration.
Advanced Excel skills and expertise in financial reporting systems are essential. Familiarity with financial dashboards, accounting platforms, grant management tools, and reporting analytics is highly desirable.
The Ideal Candidate
The perfect candidate combines technical expertise with a forward-thinking mindset, capable of overseeing audits, budgets, compliance, and controls. Beyond these essential tasks, they are driven by a compelling challenge: designing a financial framework that empowers Splash’s model to expand, adapt, and thrive over time.
They will bring:
Demonstrates exceptional discernment when operating in intricate, uncertain, and cross-border contexts.
A solid grasp of the flow of funds across donors, governments, contractors, country teams, and local partners is essential.
Demonstrated proficiency in navigating philanthropic funding mechanisms, government co-financing initiatives, restricted grant structures, catalytic capital investments, and other mission-driven financial approaches.
A professional possessing the instincts of an operator, builder, and strategist, adept at developing standards, systems, and financial tools that enhance cross-team functionality.
Capable of proactively detecting financial risks and conveying them in a clear, concise manner while minimizing operational disruption.
A systems-oriented mindset, paired with the capacity to develop disciplined, practical, and adaptable processes.
A proven ability to collaborate effectively with program, development, operations, and country leadership teams is essential.
Maintaining exacting standards for transparency, accountability, and diligent follow-through is essential.
Proficient in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication with a high degree of clarity and effectiveness.
Proficient in collaborating seamlessly across diverse time zones and cultural boundaries, demonstrating humility, clear communication, and mutual respect.
Demonstrates unwavering dedication to Splash’s guiding principles: People, Quality, Honesty, Joy, and Mistakes.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. Eligible employees receive paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and access to wellness programs. Additional perks may include professional development opportunities, employee discounts, and a supportive, inclusive work environment designed to foster both personal and career growth.
The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $200,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. At Splash, we are committed to our mission and provide comprehensive benefits to support both employees and their families.
Splash offers flexible work arrangements tailored to accommodate employees across various time zones. Staff may establish core working hours within their local time zone while remaining accessible for sporadic off-hours duties as needed. This framework is complemented by a self-directed approach, providing ample opportunity for personal time and balance.
Our benefits package features 18 days of paid vacation, which grows by two days annually until reaching a maximum of 28 days, along with 11 paid holidays and Wellness Fridays, providing reduced hours on Fridays. The package also includes an additional two weeks of paid time off during mid-year, specifically the July 4th week and the final week of December.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, as well as a 401K retirement plan featuring a 3% employer contribution match.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
15 years
