Head of Finance

The Pooled fund on International Energy (PIE) is an international grant making and strategy platform with a mission to secure a safe climate, clean air and prosperity through encouraging a just transition in the power and steel sectors.

We work with charitable foundations and regional climate foundations to support a diverse set of research institutions, think tanks and civil society organisations working with governments, business and other parts of society all over the world. We aim to back local organisations and international partners to overcome the barriers to clean energy and steel.

PIE was formed in 2013 and is hosted at the European Climate Foundation (ECF). PIE is comprised of a small and dedicated international team of exceptional people based around the world. We seek to operatein accordance with a core set of values: Empowering and Caring Team, Bold Action with Urgency, Collaboration for Real World Impact, Resilient Partner with Climate Ecosystem, and Evidence-Based Decision-Making. More information available at: www.pieclimate.org

Context the role

The Head of Finance ensures PIE’s financial health by managing financial systems and processes. This role involves working with PIE’s Leadership Team, ECF Finance Team, and other stakeholders to control budgets, manage cash flow, prepare budgets, develop forecasts, and maintain regulatory compliance. The Head of Finance reports to the Director of Operations.

Key responsibilities

• Forecasting, Scenario Planning, & Risk Management
• Develop and update forecasts based on internal and external scenarios and risks in collaboration with PIE team members.
• Budget and Controlling:
• Develop and oversee annual budgets.
• Monitor financial performance and provide strategic recommendations.
• In partnership with ECF, implement financial controls and processes to safeguard PIE’s financial assets.
• Collaborate with program and grants teams to ensure clear allocations across programs.
• Oversee day to day finance administrative tasks such as invoice and expense approvals and disbursement
• Cash Flow Management:
• Design and implement processes for managing cash flow.
• Forecast cash requirements and manage liquidity.
• Work closely with the ECF Finance Team to optimize cash management practices.
• Grant Compliance
• Produce reports that reflects underspend, overspend, or delayed disbursements for project and program monitoring purposes and identifying financial risks per grantee and per program.
• Compliance and Reporting:
• Stay updated on relevant regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders including funders and the PIE Steering Committee.
• Coordinate audits and compliance reviews.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Engage with ECF, Leadership Team, Programme Team, Grants Team, Funders, and other stakeholders to understand their financial needs and develop solutions and trainings to meet those needs.
• Provide financial insights for data-driven decision-making.
• Foster a collaborative and transparent approach to financial management.
• Financial System & Process Development Oversight
• Ensure finance systems are fit for purpose.
• Develop clear financial and compliance processes.
• Create user-friendly documentation for team and partners.