Manager, Mission Finance

This is a two-year fixed term position with full benefits

Overall Function   

The Financial Manager, Mission Finance is a key member in ensuring the successful operation of the budgetary and operational control systems on behalf of one or more Mission teams. They will develop, track, and analyze budgets and fundraising proposals and reports, organize and present financial data for reporting, and review contracts and grants. Additionally, this position will oversee financial processes for assigned workstreams and coordinate with other Mission Finance staff.   

This position will work closely with leads to help set a standard for best practice on reports and data integrity, work to fill capacity gaps across the team, and mentor and collaborate with other Mission Finance staff. Further, they will serve as a representative, as appropriate, to other departments in the organization and works closely with many stakeholders within EDF.   

The Financial Manager reports to the Interim Director, Mission Finance and will be a member of the Mission Finance team within the Finance team, partnering with other Mission Finance, Finance, Region, Mission, and Development teams.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Produce, analyze, and distribute monthly financial reports, comparing actual vs. budget results, and investigate variances, identify key trends, and advise Mission decision-makers on risks, issues, opportunities, trends, and actionable recommendations. 

• Lead the development of annual budgets for one or more Focus Areas and implementation spending plans, where applicable, ensuring timely progression, compliance with EDF processes, alignment with strategic priorities, and proactive identification of risks and efficiencies. 

• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis that will provide decision-making support on strategic initiatives.  

• Organize data and create clear and accurate presentations, including spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and other insightful summary material in a way that is accessible to both financial and non-financial stakeholders and helps mission leadership and staff make resourcing decisions.  

• Participate in advancing EDF DEI goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.  

• Working with Development and Mission staff, create budgets, financial proposals, and reports for donors and new fundraising opportunities and monitor grant-level financial activity, identify variances in grant-level budget management, and advise on any necessary course corrections.  

• Oversee grants and funds to ensure proper deployment of resources in alignment with donor intent, internal policies and workplans, and GAAP rules. 

• Under the guidance of Mission Finance leadership, work with the Finance and Accounting staff to ensure coordination of financial management efforts and timely resolution of issues. 

• Oversee financial aspects of contracting, purchasing, and invoice approvals for one or more Focus Areas, ensuring compliance with EDF guidelines, adherence to internal controls, and identification of potential international finance risks.