Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Women's Global Education Project (WGEP)

Salary Range: $75,000–$85,000

 

Position Summary

 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Finance Professional to lead our financial operations. In this role, you will independently manage full-cycle accounting, ensure grant and fund compliance, and partner closely with leadership and the Board to support our mission-driven work.

 

Responsibilities

 

• Perform full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), general account and multi-currency reconciliations of international accounts, monthly and year-end closings, and payroll and benefits administration.

• Manage international banking transactions and reconciliations.

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, compliance oversight, and financial analysis.

• Provide capacity building by coaching global partners in accounting practices, overseeing reconciliations for partner transactions, reviewing their books, and advising on financial management procedures.

• Support Board-approved reserve and investment strategies.

 

Specific Responsibilities

 

Financial Policies & Internal Controls

 

• Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and compliance practices.

 

Human Resources

 

• Handle general human resources functions, including onboarding and offboarding for a five-person staff.

 

Budgeting & Forecasting

 

• Partner with the Executive Director to develop and track the annual organizational budget and multi-year forecasts.

• Provide variance analysis to support decision-making and operational sustainability.

 

Grant Management & Restricted Fund Stewardship

 

• Manage the full financial lifecycle of grants, contracts, and restricted funds—from budget creation and tracking restricted revenues to interim and final reporting.

 

Governance, Board Relations & Audit Compliance

 

• Serve as the liaison to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee, preparing financial materials and presenting reports.

• Serve as the liaison to the Audit Committee, coordinating all required schedules, documentation, and communications with external audit teams to ensure clean, audit-ready financial statements.

 

Qualifications & Skills

 

Experience

 

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, specifically within the nonprofit sector.

 

Education

 

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

 

Technical Expertise

 

• Advanced proficiency in financial management software, such as QuickBooks, multi-currency accounting systems, and complex Excel spreadsheet management.

 

Communication

 

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders, Board members, and audit teams.

 

Compensation & Benefits

 

• Salary Range: $75,000–$85,000.

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Retirement plan with an employer match.

 

How to Apply

 

Please submit a PDF copy of your resume and cover letter via email to:

 

jobs@womensglobal.org

 

Use the following format for the email subject line:

Full Name | Finance Manager