Director of Finance, Women for Women

Supporter Country Offices, US, UK, DE

£65.1k

Senior and Expert level

Remote from UK

Humanitarian organization for women survivors of war

Job no longer available

Humanitarian organization for women survivors of war

501-1000 employees

B2CCharitySocial Impact

Job no longer available

£65.1k

Senior and Expert level

Remote from UK

501-1000 employees

B2CCharitySocial Impact

Company mission

To support the most marginalized women to earn and save money, improve health and well-being, influence decisions in their home and community, and connect to networks for support.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) with deep knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and ideally US GAAP and HGB (Germany); familiarity with UK Charity SORP a plus
Proven experience in statutory accounts, consolidations, audits, and board reporting, with the ability to translate financials into strategic insight for senior stakeholders
Strong understanding of UK Companies Act, board governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks, including experience acting as Company Secretary
Skilled at cross-functional and matrix management, including oversight of UK and Germany finance teams and collaboration with US-based functions
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop teams, mentor talent, and influence across international settings
Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized, with strong problem-solving abilities, a capacity to handle unpredictable workloads, and a focus on meeting deadlines under pressure

Desirable

Knowledge of UK Restricted funding landscape
Knowledge of German and US charity laws
Knowledge of the international NGO sector

What the job involves

This is an exciting time to join the Finance team as Director of Finance – Supporter Country Offices (UK, Germany, US)
This is a senior leadership position within the Global Support Center Operations team, responsible for strategic financial oversight, operational efficiency, risk management, and legal compliance across the Supporter Country Offices
The role will be reporting to the Senior Global Director of Finance and collaborating closely with the Managing Directors and relevant boards in the UK, Germany and US
This role ensures alignment of operational practices with organizational strategies, promoting cohesion and sustainability
Reporting to: Senior Director Global Finance

Application process

Closing date for applications is Sunday 27th April 2025, Midnight
Applied
First Interview
Offer & References
Hired
1st Interview will be online w/c 5th May 2025
2nd Interview to be confirmed

Our take

Women for Women International is a prominent humanitarian organization empowering women survivors of war and conflict. It equips them with practical skills, financial literacy, and awareness of their rights to foster economic independence and self-sufficiency in challenging post-conflict regions.

By combining vocational training with sponsorship programs, Women for Women creates a network of support that not only addresses immediate needs but also promotes lasting change. By fostering solidarity among the women it serves while advocating for women's rights, the organization aims to create a sustainable impact on the lives of beneficiaries and their communities.

Since its founding in 1993, Women for Women has demonstrated significant success in transforming the lives of over half a million women. Persistently advocating for women's rights and forging partnerships with other charities and NGOs working in the sector, Women for Women is well-positioned to continue making a tangible difference in the lives of those it serves.

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Company HQ

Connecticut Ave/ K Street, Washington, DC

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