WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
Manage key components of the Foundation's annual budgeting process, including operating expenses, pipeline, commitments, and disbursements, in collaboration with functional teams.
Monitor progress against the annual budget and oversee the quarterly forecasting process.
Consolidate budget and forecast figures for senior management review and provide data to support multi-year financial planning.
Identify financial risks and opportunities, recommending effective solutions.
Prepare Finance and Accounting materials for Board meetings and review financial figures included in other teams' materials.
Analyze year-to-date results, including variance analysis, and prepare management reports for senior leadership and functional budget owners.
Maintain, update, and create reporting dashboards to support management reporting.
Conduct ad hoc financial analysis for internal and external purposes.
Collaborate with leaders and staff across functions to provide financial expertise in budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and financial decision-making.
Develop policies and procedures, offering training to enhance financial management capabilities.
WHO YOU ARE
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration with a CPA or CA certification is required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial roles within large not-for-profits, NGOs, or other global organizations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; French and/or local language skills are an added advantage.
Strong experience in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and proficiency with related IT systems.
Understanding of CRA regulatory requirements for not-for-profit organizations.
Experience with financial modelling, report automation, and data visualization tools.
Demonstrated ability to identify, simplify, and enhance processes for operational efficiency.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to develop innovative approaches to complex problems.
Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate across cultures.
Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation's values.
Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation's values and vision.