Head of Finance And Administration

Knowledge Management at Skat Foundation | International Cooperation | Governance

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Skat Foundationis an independent Swiss non-profit organization that has been developing and implementing practical, impact-oriented solutions in the areas ofwater, climate resilience, and development cooperationfor more than 20 years.

Together with our local partners in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Ukraine, we strive to create sustainable and lasting change.

To strengthen our team in St. Gallen, we are looking for a dedicated and experiencedHead of Financeto join us fromJanuary 2026or by mutual agreement.

Your Role

AsHead of Finance, you will oversee budgets, payments, and financial planning, creating structures that foster clarity, trust, and transparency.

Working closely with the Executive Management Team, our external accounting partner, and international project teams, you will bring structure to complexity and ensure sound financial decision-making.

Keyresponsibilitiesinclude:

• Managing financial and liquidity planning, including cash flow and budgeting
• Overseeing quarterly, semi-annual, and annual financial statements (including audits) together with our external accountant
• Leading budgeting, resource planning, and forecasting processes
• Handling day-to-day finance and controlling tasks (e.g.account allocation, accounts payable/receivable, review of expenses and time tracking)
• Communicating with clients, donororganisationsand sub-contractors/sub-grantees to ensure that contracts and invoices aretimely, correct, and respond to queries.
• Providing leadership and quality assurance for project budgeting,monitoringproject financial implementation, and preparing reports
• Further developing and digitalizing financial processes
• Activelyparticipatingin the finance group of our alliance organization
• Preparing audit documentation and reports
• Managing payroll and HR-related financial administration (social security, pensions, etc.)

Your Profile

You bring experience, calm, and curiosity — along with a genuine interest in collaboration.

You are reliable, trustworthy, and understand that goodfinancial managementgoes beyond numbers.

Youbring:

• A university degree in Business Administration or a commercial diploma with further training in Finance/Accounting
• Strongstrategicandentrepreneurialthinking
• Several years of experience in finance/controlling, ideally in the non-profit sector
• Solid knowledge ofBexio,Abacus, or comparable financial systems
• Experience in digitalizing andoptimizingfinancial processes
• Experience of working across multiple currencies
• A structured, reliable, and service-oriented working style
• Very goodcommand ofGerman and English, both written and spoken
• Enjoyment of interdisciplinary and intercultural teamwork

WhatWeOffer

• A meaningful and varied role in an international context
• Flexible working hours and home office options
• Modern working conditions and a diverse, supportive, and appreciative team
• The opportunity to shape and contribute to a growing, evolving organization
• Competitive salary, good social benefits, and fair vacation arrangements

At Skat Foundation, you are not just a number — you are a valued professional who can take ownership and make a real impact.

Interested?

We look forward to receiving your application (motivation letter, CV, references, and diplomas) by30 November 2025with the subject line“Head of Finance”atjobs@skat-foundation.ch.

Interviews will take place on4 December(first round)and11 December(second round).If you have any questions, theManaging Director— Dr.Angelica Wehrliand the Co-Deputy Managers Sean Furey and Karla Schlie — will be happy toassistyou.