Job Posting: Finance Lead
RestartME is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Finance Lead to oversee and strengthen our financial operations and ensure fiscal health. The Finance Lead will oversee portfolio management, financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance while supporting the organization’s mission to create economic opportunities for low-income individuals and small businesses. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role is key to ensuring the organization’s financial sustainability and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Planning
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow management, and forecasting to support program delivery and growth.
Lead the development of annual budgets, tracking actuals against projections, and recommending adjustments as needed.
Ensure efficient and responsible resource management.
Acts as the Secretariat of the Credit Committee upon evaluating applications for various loan product offerings.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, tax filings, and audit requirements for non-profit organizations.
Coordinate and lead annual audits, ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting.
Portfolio and Fund Management
Oversee RestartME’s collection of investments, projects and products to ensure alignment with strategic objectives, risk management, and value creation.
Manage the organization’s portfolio and financial aspects of programs, including tracking expenditures, reporting, and compliance with funder requirements.
Collaborate with program and development teams to align budget allocations with program needs and goals.
Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for funders, donors, and grant proposals.
Risk Management
Identify and manage financial risks, implementing controls to protect assets and mitigate risk.
Advise the leadership team on financial strategy, risk, and long-term sustainability planning.
Team Collaboration
Work closely with the Executive Director, the Credit Committee to support strategic decision-making.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support organizational goals and priorities.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field (CPA or advanced degree preferred).
3- 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, with experience in the non-profit sector preferred
Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Excel.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
Commitment to RestartME’s mission and values of financial inclusion and community empowerment.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated understanding of microfinance principles and/or small business financing.
Strong knowledge of non-profit financial management, including fund accounting, grant management, and compliance.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and cover letter expressing your intent and your vision for advancing RestartME’s mission to aikarobredo@restartme.ph. Kindly include Position + Last Name in the email subject.
Initial Deadline: 12 November 2024 (Tuesday), but may be extended / be on a rolling basis until the position is filled.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
*This is a full time position, with an office in Makati (hybrid working arrangement).