Senior Finance Associate

Role Overview

• Organizing incoming invoices and assigning them to projects
• Preparing transfers through banking portals for CFO approval and execution
• Troubleshooting operational issues related to international transfers, vendor vetting, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Preparing donor invoices and following up on delayed payments in coordination with project and grants staff
• Monitoring and managing organizational cash flow to ensure operational needs are met
• Working in close coordination with the country finance leads in India, Kenya and Ethiopia to ensure alignment, information flow, and smooth financial operations across all geographies.
• Maintaining and updating financial systems, including account codes and project structures
• Reviewing quarterly project financial reports to flag budget risks, funding gaps, or likely extensions
• Driving continuous improvement of financial processes and practices
• Working with the CFO and country finance leads to strengthen international financial management systems, including developing and codifying organizational policies
• Liaising with external auditors, preparing audit schedules, and explaining variances as needed
• Supporting the India finance team by coordinating with the CA and CS to ensure smooth compliance and execution
• Ensuring timely monthly close of accounts
• Supporting the CFO with annual budgeting and Board reporting
• Contributing data for audits and supporting internal and external communications
• Assisting with knowledge management and internal learning initiatives across PxD

Requirements

• Management-level experience in finance
• Strong knowledge of financial management, reporting requirements, and accounting principles
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with colleagues in different geographies.
• Experience with financial and accounting systems; willingness to learn Sage Intacct (PxD’s system)
• Experience with grants management, project accounting, and donor reporting
• Exceptional attention to detail, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing internal and external audits
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage large budgets
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Relevant Bachelor’s degree; professional accounting qualifications a plus
• Working knowledge of US GAAP is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements