Finance Manager

New Ventures is seeking a Finance Manager with passion for impact-driven entrepreneurship, innovation, and catalyzing change. We embark on a journey to fortify our presence across Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina, and expand our business units for the next years, eager to connect with like-minded stakeholders who champion the cause of impact-driven ventures. This compels us to overhaul and innovate the fundamental structures of our organization such as Accounting and Finance, to elevate our operational capabilities to new heights. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for an individual with financial expertise, entrepreneurial acumen, growth mindset and drive to effect change and empower to assume a position in our Finance and Accounting division.

 

ABOUT NV

Launched in 2004 to catalyze companies with social and environmental impact that contribute to the development of Latin America. Today efforts address a wide spectrum of market needs: 1) ACCELERATION – support of 130 early stage startups annually across 5 programs and 15 countries, 2) FINANCING – commitment of over USD $50 million in equity and flexible loans to early and growth stage businesses, 3) ECOSYSTEM BUILDING – through annual gatherings like the FLIl (the leading summit in the LATAM Impact Investment) as well as leadership roles in global networks like Tonic and GSG, and 4) ADVISORY AND INNOVATIVE FINANCE offering tailor made, end-to-end impact solutions for corporations, governments, multilaterals, IFis, institutional investors and other changemaking organizations seeking to raise funding, invest at scale in projects and optimize their impact performance.

 

Position Summary

The Finance Manager will report to the Managine Partner at New Ventures. The role will encompass a comprebensive financial analysis, reporting, risk management, regulatory compliance, and contribute with the accounting operations team. With a keen focus on aligning financial strategies with our mission and goals with a business mindset, you will execute strategic plans and design new processes to drive sustainable growth and success.

 

Responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with New Ventures’ objectives. :
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and generate reports to provide insights into the organization’s financial performance and trends :
• Implement risk management protocols to identity, assess, and mitigate financial risks effectively.
• Lead treasury operation including cash flow management, investment strategies, and banking relationships, to ensure optimal liquidity and financial stability.
• Supervise and ensure the efficient operation of the accounting team within the broader context of the organization’s financial performance: fostering collaboration to uphold the groups financial objectives and regulatory compliance standards.
• Contribute with the accounting team and their accounting processes to execute strategic plans and design new processes to drive sustainable growth.

 

Qualifications

A successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Professional motivation aligned with New Ventures mission to build a more inclusive economy and address complex. systemic issues.

• Proficiency in Spanish and English (B 1-B2 level or above) encompassing reading, listening, and speaking. essential for engaging with stakeholders across different countries and facilitating due diligence processes for resource acquisition.

• Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in macros and dashboard creation, with an ideal familiarity with ather tools such as Tableau.

• Minimum of.4 years of professional experience related to the brancial, business and/or accounting departments, sectors preferred in the consulting or start-up ecosysteme

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance. Administration or Accountine. with a preference for a Master’s degree in Busineys, Administration, Finance, or related helds.

• Accounting Knowledge. Understanding of accounting principles and practices, including the ability to interpret financial statements and manage general accounting processes.

• Financial Modeling: Proficient in leveraging financial modeling tools to forecast future financial performance and provide recommendations for the company.

• Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze financial data and apply it for informed decision making, including. proficiency in profitability analysis cost analysis , and budgeting

• Technological Skills: Competence in leveraging technological tools, such as financial analyst software. treasury management flat forms, and financial process automation tools