Finance Director

Mission Seek; Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Seek is seeking a Finance Director to lead the financial governance of a health and development NGO in Asia, partnering with local staff to strengthen financial management and capacity building. The role requires strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and a commitment to safeguarding and ethical finance.

Reporting to the Board and contributing as a key member of the field-based Leadership Team, you will drive financial strategy, risk management, and transparent reporting while

Qualifications

• Experience in financial administration within NGOs.
• Ability to develop transparent financial systems and controls.
• Experience reporting to Boards and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management and capacity building of local staff.
• Develop and maintain strong financial controls in line with best practices.
• Coordinate with the Board and leadership team on budgets and reporting.

Skills

Finance leadership

NGO governance

Cross-cultural communication

Team management

English proficiency

Education

CPA/CA (preferred)

Job description

Use your skills in finance to support and train local staff in a health and development organisation

Location

• Asia

Posted

• 03 August 2026

Role(s)

• Administration
  Finance & Legal

Region(s)

• Asia - Central
  Asia - Eastern
  Asia - South
  Asia - South Eastern
  Asia - West

Commitment

• 1-3 years
  More than 3 years

Details

A non-profit organization where expatriate professionals serve in partnership with local staff to build capacity in the sectors of health and development working together in hope for the welfare of the people of the country.

The Finance Director will work with a team of competent local staff to develop and maintain strong and transparent financial management systems in line with global best practices for NGOs reflecting the organizations values. S/He reports to the organizations Board is responsible to the Executive Director and participates as a key member of the organizations field-based Leadership Team.

The Finance Director will have experience in financial administration proficiency in English and have cross-cultural communication skills. S/He will be able to effectively lead and manage a small team and be committed to capacity building. S/He will welcome challenges and be willing to make tough decisions while caring for people. S/He will be able to prioritise and perform well under pressure while living and working in an unpredictable cross-cultural context. Professional qualifications such as being a Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant are appreciated but not required.

Interserve is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children.

*Australian citizens and/or residents only