DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
CARE
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Overview of the role and responsibilities
| Work Location : US - Atlanta, GA | Type of Post : Not Applicable |
| Other Possible Location : | Funding : APPROVED |
| Expected Travel : up to 10% | Type of Contract : |
| Language Requirement : English | Application Deadline : |
| Employee Duration : Full-Time |
USA Grade D
* Starting salaries are based on various factors, including candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.
Who We Are:
As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.
What We Are Looking For:
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career atCARE.
Job Title: DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
Job Location(s): US - Atlanta, GA
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Financial Services serves as a strategic partner to the Global Controller responsible for overseeing the organization's global treasury and payroll functions. This role ensures effective cash management, financial risk mitigation, and accurate, compliant payroll operations across all regions. The position supports the organization’s mission by safeguarding financial resources and ensuring timely compensation for staff worldwide.
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Develop and implement financial services strategies that align with the organization’s mission and global operations.
- Provide strategic guidance on liquidity, treasury operations, and payroll compliance.
Global Treasury Oversight
- Manage global cash flow, liquidity planning, and intercompany funding strategies.
- Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee treasury systems and controls.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and international regulations.
Investment Oversight
-Oversee the organization’s investment portfolio to ensure alignment with financial goals and risk tolerance.
- Collaborate with investment advisors and internal stakeholders to develop and implement investment strategies.
- Monitor investment performance and ensure compliance with investment policies and regulatory requirements.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor a global financial services team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Provide training and support to regional finance and HR teams on treasury and payroll matters.
Support Global Controller in Payroll Operations & Compliance Oversight
- Support the Global Controller in reviewing and overseeing global payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws, tax codes, and social security regulations.
- Ensure payroll practices adhere to country-specific statutory requirements, including wage laws, benefits, and reporting obligations.
- Collaborate with HR and country offices to maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and payroll tax changes.
- Manage relationships with external payroll providers and ensure service-level agreements are met.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor a global financial services team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Provide training and support to regional finance and HR teams on treasury and payroll matters.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support Global Controller in Overseeing Payroll Runs, Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance
- Help oversee the Atlanta and SSC-based teamfor ensuring the timeliness and completeness and accuracy of CARE's payroll. The postions must work closely with Payroll Manager to ensure appropriate processes, controls and validation are in place & completed.
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Provide support in analyzing actual data for trends, drivers, and performance results against industry benchmarks to drive compliance/quality improvement.
This position works closely with the Payroll Manager of the US payroll team responsible for all US based + US citizens and payroll for approx 200 senior level positions outside the US (international employees).
Global Treasury Process Oversight
The Director of Financial Services works closely with SSC Treasury and HQ Treasury Specialist to
- Manage global cash flow, liquidity planning.
- Maintain strong banking relationships
- Oversee treasury systems, processes and controls.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and local and international regulations.
Investment Oversight and Risk Management
- Identify and assess risks associated with the organization's investment portfolio and liquidity risks.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect the organization's financial assets.
- Monitor investment performance and risk exposure, ensuring alignment with the organization's risk tolerance and financial objectives.
- Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure prudent investment practices and compliance with relevant regulations.
Leading and Collaborating with People and Culture and Finance Teams
The Director of Financial Services must understand the financial, and overall strategies of the organization and ensure that the Treasury function is aligned with company goals. Critical to the success will be building relationships and credibility with leaders in the Country Offices, Regions and HQ and across all functions, in addition to Finance & People & Culture.
- Lead and mentor a global financial services team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Provide training and support to regional finance and HR teams on treasury and payroll matters.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in financial services, with significant leadership in treasury, payroll, and investment operations.
- Experience in a global not-for-profit or mission-driven organization.
- Strong understanding of international payroll regulations, labor laws, investment strategies, and treasury best practices.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP, Kyriba).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree and/or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
- Certified Treasury Professional ( CTP)
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CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.
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