Director of Finance

Overview

WANTED: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE FOR WATER4’S MISSION

* Hazardous work. High accountability. Long hours. Uncertain praise. Eternal impact.*

Men and women are needed for the fight against the global water crisis. Must be willing to reject comfort, embrace challenge, and carry the burden of responsibility without applause. Results, not feelings, will be measured.

Low visibility. High expectations. Constant pressure to deliver. You will be raising capital, not just awareness. You will face rejection, delay, and doubt. Your targets will be ambitious. Your mission is eternal.

If you succeed, lives will be saved, communities transformed, and entire nations impacted. You won’t be selling charity—you’ll be mobilizing capital for African business solutions that work.

* Kingdom-first. Capitalist-minded. Conservative in principle. Entrepreneurial in spirit.*

Only those who believe that people—not programs—solve poverty, and that water is best delivered through business, need apply.

Position summary

The Director of Finance serves as Water4’s senior financial executive, operating at a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) level within the organization. This role provides strategic oversight of all financial functions—including accounting, forecasting, investments, compliance, and HR for U.S. staff—and partners closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to steward the organization’s resources and scale its mission sustainably. This is a leadership position for a visionary financial strategist who can integrate philanthropic, earned-revenue, and debt-financed models into a cohesive system of growth.

The Director of Finance will guide a growing global enterprise that blends nonprofit purpose with business rigor.

• Financial Strategy and Leadership
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  Lead all financial planning, forecasting, and long-range modeling across Water4’s multi-entity structure. Partner with the CEO and Board to shape financial strategies that fuel sustainable growth. Present clear, actionable financial insights that influence strategic decisions. 20%
• Accounting Oversight and Reporting
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  Direct the Accounting Department in producing accurate and timely financial statements, audits, and regulatory filings. Ensure GAAP compliance and consistency across Water4’s domestic and international entities. 15%
• Forecasting, Modeling, and Data Visualization
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  Build and maintain forecasting tools and scenario models to guide decision-making. Create dashboards and reports that translate complex data into meaningful insights for non-financial audiences. 15%
• Internal Controls and Policy Development
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  Strengthen internal control systems, accounting policies, and audit processes. Oversee compliance across multiple jurisdictions and ensure transparent, accurate reporting at every level. 15%
• Strategic Financial Planning for Growth
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  Monitor liquidity, cash flow, and capital structures. Evaluate and recommend financing, investment, and cost-management strategies to ensure operational and mission sustainability. 15%
• Team Leadership and Development
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  Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team. Foster a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement. Build staff capacity through role clarity and professional development. 10%
• Lead and Perform HR duties for small US based staff
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  Oversee HR systems, compliance, and performance processes for U.S. staff. Cultivate a values-driven, high-trust work environment consistent with Water4’s mission and culture. 10%

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership, ideally including CFO, Controller, or Finance Director experience.
• Experience in multi-entity or international nonprofit/business structures strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., Quick Books Enterprise, Sage Intacct) and advanced Excel or financial modeling tools.
• Demonstrated leadership of high-performing teams and cross-functional collaboration.

• Executive-level financial and strategic leadership in complex, multi-entity or international organizations.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, audits,…