Posted Jun 17, 2026 692 views
The Manager, Finance at Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) leads the finance department, overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial data to support strategic decision-making. This role requires a proficient understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to ensure accurate and timely financial information is delivered to management, stakeholders, and external partners. The Manager collaborates with various teams within the organization to implement strong internal controls and maintain compliance with financial policies and regulations. With nine years of required experience, the ideal candidate will have the expertise to enhance financial processes and contribute to the financial health and sustainability of PEI.
As a leader, the Manager, Finance is responsible for managing a team of four professionals, guiding their development, and ensuring high performance. This position plays a crucial role in driving financial planning and analysis activities that support the organizations mission to combat poverty. The Manager must communicate complex financial concepts clearly and work proactively to identify areas for efficiency improvements. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential to foster collaboration and maintain alignment with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead the financial reporting process by preparing timely and accurate reports for management, stakeholders, and external parties such as vendors and lenders.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support organizational planning and decision-making.
- Conduct detailed financial modeling and scenario analysis to evaluate potential impacts on the organizations financial position.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence strategic financial planning.
- Implement and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
- Manage and mentor a team of four finance professionals to cultivate technical skills and promote professional growth.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to gather relevant financial information and support organizational initiatives.
- Present financial information clearly and effectively to non-financial stakeholders to enhance understanding and support for financial decisions.
- Continuously review and improve financial processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Support audit activities by preparing necessary documentation and facilitating communications with auditors.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant financial regulations and standards in all reporting and financial activities.
- Drive cost management initiatives by analyzing expenses and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
Job Details
Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI)
Poverty is the root cause of every problem in the society, has no doubts worse affects on human life. Traditional gender roles in Pakistan especially in NWFP, which remains indulged in tribal culture, define the woman’s place as in the home and not in the workplace, and define the man as the breadwinner. Consequently, the society invests far less in women than men. Women in NWFP suffer more from poverty of opportunities throughout their lives as compared to other provinces. Economic vulnerability is a key factor in the rise of poverty in Pakistan; vulnerability also arises from social powerlessness, political instability, and ill-functioning institutions. Corruption and political instabilities such as various separatist movements in Baluchistan and Waziristan resulted in reduction of business confidence, deterioration of economic growth, reduced public expenditure, poor delivery of public services, and undermining of the rule of law. The root causes of current unrest in whole country especially FATA and FRS are linked with the absence of the opportunities for youth in all sections of life in general and particular in livelihoods. Active participation of the youth in decision making and development of the area is neglected and never given a chance to decide their fate. This made youth of the area frustrated and restless and compelled them to take part in the unhealthy activities. Poverty and the lack of modern curriculum have proved destabilizing factors for Pakistani society as these causes our youth to be exploited by religious organizations banned by the government to run schools and produce militant literature. Eradication of poverty cannot be brought about by charity, but needs first and foremost empowering the poor, focusing on women, and tapping their tremendous potential. Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) is a non-political, non-partisan and non-profit organization working as a facilitator to initiate and sustain women and children oriented developmental p
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