This position is only open to the candidates that have legal rights to live and work in Sri Lanka.
This position is offered on a 12 month fixed term full time contract basis initially, with possibility of extension
Location: The position is hybrid (home-office). We offer competitive NGO level salary and benefits, the specifics of which depend on location where the successful candidates will be based. We aim to share this information with candidates before reaching the offer stage.
Greenpeace South Asia is a newly established regional office which is at the initial stage of development with an interesting portfolio of the countries. GPSA’s environmental campaigns are focussed on just transition, climate change adaptation and building momentum towards more inclusive environment protection and sustainable development initiatives.
The Regional Finance Manager is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, oversight, and support to country offices within GPSA. This role ensures the integrity and effectiveness of financial operations, promotes compliance with organizational policies and local regulations, and supports informed decision-making through accurate financial analysis and reporting. The Regional Finance Manager plays a key role in strengthening financial systems and controls, building the capacity of finance teams, and contributing to the overall financial sustainability and accountability of the organization.
In close collaboration with fundraising and program teams, the Regional Finance Manager plays a critical role in aligning financial planning with resource mobilization efforts, advising the organizational director on long-term financial risks, mitigation plans, and financial stability.
This position is the main contact point for GPI for Global Greenpeace finance matters and reporting.
What we can offer you:
Greenpeace South Asia is a small but growing regional office with a friendly, motivated and high performing professional team who are all here for the right reasons. We believe, together we can build an impactful regional office that plays a vital role in the sector.
● Remote Location: this position is a hybrid (home-office) position with travel to South Asia region
● Flexible Hours: More control when you work and make room for the rest of your life
● Agency: Be an active part of designing a newly established regional office
● Personal Development: You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to Greenpeace staff worldwide.
Whom we’re looking for:
The ideal candidate should have
● Degree/Certification in Accounting and or Finance. MBA is preferred.
● At least 8 years of experience, including 3 years of management in multi currency finance and accounting
● Proven working experience in financial writing skills
● Excellent knowledge on budgeting and reporting
● Strong background in financial policy development
● Strong knowledge of Sri Lanka Financial Laws and regulations, as well as familiarity with other countries
● Advance Excel skill is required
● Experience with SaaS data mining/BI solutions (e.g. Cognos, Tableau, etc)
● Knowledge and understanding of the NGO sector
● Budget management experience in regional context within different departments
In this role you will:
Conceptual Tasks and Strategy Development
● Develop integrated financial system, process and policy for South Asia regional office in consultation with OD
● Develop forecasting mechanisms accommodating currency fluctuations, taxation, inflation risks, fundraising income and funding volatility for the organization.
● Lead organisational 3-year budgeting process, annual, quarterly and monthly monitoring
● Ensure compliance with GP standards, procedures and policies
● Actively represent Greenpeace in the finance sector and investment community in public and business forums and the business-related media.
● Liaise with other Greenpeace offices and global network on issues related to responsible areas.
Financial Monitoring and Risk Tracking
● Manage designated cost area within budget
● Lead regional budgeting for long term strategies and annual budget
● Ensure year end audit report and prepare action plan for improvement
● Provide regional monthly financial analysis against budget reports to agreed department heads and socialize it with all the departments
● Monitor financial performance of the regional office and advise the Organizational Director on financial risks,opportunities, and long-term sustainability
● Conduct financial risk analytics for South Asia offices, and advise on the mitigation mechanism with the input from different country office managers
Compliance, and Keeping Framework Conditions
● Uphold Greenpeace’s independence from business interests and protect its image as an independent,authoritative voice for the environment.
● Ensure timely financial statutory audit, annual return filing as well as GPSA Board financial reporting
● Develop and implement policies and protocols related to all categories of financial management categories both at national and regional level
● Develop, monitor and authorize expenditure in order to ensure cost effectiveness and strategic expenditure
● Ensure adequacy of financial controls over cash and commitments, as well as reserve management
● Keep financial records which enable the organization to make appropriate decisions and to comply with local standards (accounting regulations for NGO’s, tax deductibility requirements, reporting standards for ethical fundraising, internal standards on public transparency).
● Manage financial archives of the organization – ensuring that these comply both with the organizations needs and with local statutory regulations.
● Negotiate banking / financial service partnerships to reduce transaction costs in SL
Team Set-up, leadership and capacity building
● Build and develop a professional finance team based on the progress and needs of GPSA establishment
● Coach and mentor finance staff in all respective countries and ensure that the team member has adequate knowledge of latest financial policies and compliance
● Build a strong team culture across finance department in different countries, and be accountable for the team performance
For further details about the role, please see the full job description here
To Apply:
Greenpeace is an equal opportunity employer with a longstanding commitment of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. We recognise and value the benefits and strengths that diversity brings to our employees and the whole organisation and we thrive in an environment that encourages respect and trust. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and would like to invite you especially to apply!
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CLOSING DATE: 23:59 (IST), 04th March 2026
