Finance & Grant Specialist

Coral Triangle Center; Denpasar; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation organization is seeking a full-time Finance & Grant Specialist based in Ambon, Indonesia. You will be responsible for managing grant funds and ensuring compliance with donor regulations. The role involves financial management, oversight of procurement processes, and capacity building for local partners. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting and relevant experience in financial management and grants administration. Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia are required for this position.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in financial management, grants administration, or donor-funded projects.
• Skilled in donor compliance and reporting for bilateral and multilateral donors.
• Solid understanding of Indonesian Accounting Principles and Tax Law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, accounting, and procurement for the project.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations throughout the project.
• Conduct financial monitoring of grant-funded activities.

Skills

Financial management

Grants administration

Donor compliance

Accounting practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Accounting software

Job description

Finance & Grant Specialist (Ambon Placement)

About Coral Triangle Center (CTC)

Coral Triangle Center (“CTC”) is a foundation based in Indonesia with a regional scope and global impact. Established in 2010, CTC works closely with local communities, the private sector, governments, and partners to strengthen marine resource management in the Coral Triangle to protect coral reef ecosystems, ensure sustainable livelihoods, and enhance food security.

We support on-the-ground conservation in Bali, Maluku, and Timor-Leste. We lead learning networks of women leaders, local government executives, and marine protected area practitioners in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste. We are developing our Center for Marine Conservation in Bali as an integrated learning space for training programs, outreach activities, interactive exhibits, and artistic and cultural performances to influence millions of people to care for our oceans and those who depend on them.

We, at CTC continue to work towards our aim to inspire people to care for the oceans. Since our establishment in 2010 until 2024, we have protected 435,000 hectares of critical marine habitat. We have trained more than 7,600 people to support marine protected areas and sustainable fisheries management throughout the Coral Triangle region. More than 20,000 people have visited our Center for Marine Conservation, many of whom have been inspired to take direct action to protect our oceans. In the last three years, we have reached an average of 200,000 people annually to care for our seas via our social media channels. In 2022, we started our monthly children’s education program and engaged more than 500 schoolchildren in Indonesia to become future stewards of our planet.

One of the priority focus areas for CTC is the Banda Sea, a unique and diverse marine ecosystem renowned for its rich marine biodiversity. It hosts a variety of coral, reef fish, and pelagic fish species. The sea also serves as a crucial passage for large marine mammals such as the majestic blue whale. It is home to a range of marine life, including reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, and sea turtles, making it a significant area for marine conservation and sustainable development.

Under the 5-year project funded by BAF "Strengthening Marine Protected Areas and the Protection of Endangered Species in the Banda Sea, Indonesia", this position is expected to support the enhancement of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs) in the Banda Islands. The project objectives include providing capacity building for effective MPA management, engaging communities in the blue economy, establishing sustainable conservation finance mechanisms, and promoting community compliance with regulations and sustainable fishing practices to safeguard coral reefs and Endangered, Threatened, and Protected (ETP) species. These sites will serve as a model for similar initiatives in remote Indonesian island ecosystems, contributing to healthier seas that benefit both people and nature.

To ensure effective management of the grant funds and compliance with donor regulations during the inception phase, field implementation and reporting, the project seeks a qualified national professional to serve as a full-time Finance & Grant Specialist based in Ambon with frequent travel to project sites as necessary. This position is responsible to ensure effective management of grant funds and full compliance with donor regulations throughout the project cycle.

The Finance & Grant Specialist will oversee financial management, accounting, procurement, and sub-awards to selected local organizations. The role supports the program team in implementing project activities in a cost-effective manner and in line with donor requirements, ensuring that all transactions are accurately processed, recorded, and reported in coordination with the Finance, Accounting, Tax, and Grants Team in Bali.

Working closely with the Banda Sea Project Manager, Maluku Portfolio Manager, and program delivery teams, the Specialist will also mentor and train local partners to strengthen their accounting and financial systems, ensuring they are auditable and compliant. The position will lead periodic financial reporting and provide regular support to the Bali Office in reviewing financial transactions and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Tax Management (50%)

• Perform routine accounting and finance operations, including account reconciliation
• Organize and maintain financial and accounting records for audit readiness
• Assist in preparing donor financial reports and internal financial summaries
• Verify vouchers and expense claims for compliance with budgets and donor regulations
• Review expenditures for adherence to donor compliance procedures
• Perform high-level control for project advances and reconciliation
• Coordinate petty cash and project-related transactions
• Maintain detailed tax filing records and assist with reconciliation
• Lead preparation of periodic reports on grant fund utilization

Grants Management & Procurement (50%)

• Conduct financial monitoring of grant-funded activities
• Assess reasonableness, allocability, and allowability of charges per donor cost principles
• Monitor grant expenditures against approved budgets and flag variances
• Maintain up-to-date records of grant disbursements and audit-ready documentation
• Conduct due diligence and financial assessments of vendors and sub-recipients
• Contribute to improvement of regranting procedures through documentation of lessons learned
• Lead and coordinate procurement processes aligned with donor regulations
• Prepare and manage procurement documentation (RFQs, bid evaluations, POs, contracts)
• Ensure timely and compliant procurement of goods and services for remote field operations
• Collaborate with teams to forecast procurement needs and align with grant timelines
• Maintain procurement tracker and grant compliance dashboard
• Support donor reporting with accurate financial data and procurement summaries

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting; CPA or equivalent certification (Brevet A & B) preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in financial management, grants administration, or donor-funded projects
• Solid understanding of Indonesian Accounting Principles (PSAK) and Tax Law
• Skilled in donor compliance and reporting for bilateral (DFAT, USAID, EU) and multilateral donors (UN, World Bank, GEF)
• Experience with budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Technical problem solver in complex accounting reconciliation, audit preparation, and risk management
• Ability to manage sub-awards including due diligence and capacity building for local partners
• Familiarity with procurement regulations and field office management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and accounting software
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Good written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Indonesia
• Commitment to transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement

Additional Assets

• Familiarity with environmental or conservation finance frameworks
• Experience in remote project finance
• Familiarity with audit trail documentation and financial close-out procedures

Position Details

• Location: Ambon (with frequent travel to project sites)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00 WIT
• Reporting: To Finance and Accounting Manager with day-to-day coordination with Project Manager

How to Apply

Send your CV to: [e-mail] (Applications accepted until February 14, 2026)