Senior Manager, Finance & Accounting

The senior manager will work in close partnership with CLASP's regional leaders to align regional financial goals with the organization’s strategic priorities, programmatic objectives, and annual registration renewal requirements.

Washington, D.C. | Full Time

About the Organization

CLASP is the leading global authority on efficient appliances’ role in fighting climate change and improving people’s lives. With 25 years of expertise, CLASP collaborates with policymakers, industry leaders, and other experts to deliver clear pathways to a more sustainable world for people and the planet.

CLASP is a global nonprofit with offices in Brazil, Europe, India, Indonesia, Kenya, and the United States. We have worked in over 90 countries since our inception in 1999. We are mission-driven and committed to a culture of diversity, transparency, collaboration, and impactful work. Find out more aboutCLASP .

Context & Reason for the Hire

The Finance and Accounting Team of CLASP is a team of six employees reporting to the Director of Finance, who leads financial strategy and partners with senior leadership to ensure fiscal responsibility in support of our mission.

To capitalize on the organization’s potential and growth, we are seeking a Senior Manager, Finance and Accounting, to report to the Director of Finance, and lead Finance and Operations engagement across programs and regions at both strategic and operational levels. This role requires hands-on involvement in daily activities while also providing strategic insight to align financial goals with team objectives and influence key decisions.

CLASP seeks skilled individuals with the highest standards of personal and professional integrity. We value good business judgment, diplomacy, and amicable professionalism.

Our Vision for the Role

Our vision for the Senior Manager, Finance and Accounting role is to work in close partnership with regional leaders to align regional financial goals with the organization’s strategic priorities, programmatic objectives, and annual registration renewal requirements. This role will take leadership of day-to-day finance and accounting operations, with a primary focus on regional offices and payroll functions—ensuring compliance, timeliness, and accuracy. The Senior Manager will be responsible for building a high-performing, mission-aligned team and cultivating strong partnerships with third-party accounting firms. By leading the finance and accounting operations of the regional offices, this role will create space for the Director of Finance to focus on broader strategic initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership. We are seeking a proactive, hands-on, and confident leader who fosters positive employee experience and champions operational excellence across all aspects of finance.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Offices Finance business partner.

• Partner with regional leaders to align financial goals with -regional offices’ objectives, providing insights that influence key decisions.
• Leading the coordination of field offices’ annual audits and overseeing annual file preparation handled by third-party partners; acting as the primary liaison with external auditors and third-party partners to ensure timely and complete submissions.

Managing and Strengthening Relationships with Third-Party Accounting Partners.

Overseeing Payroll Functions for all offices. (8 field offices and US headquarters)

Supervise the Accounts Payable Function.

Other Responsibilities include but not limited to.

Team Management.

Who You Are

Qualifications

Compensation and Location

CLASP offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, including paid health insurance for individuals and their families / dependents, retirement fund and includes a collegial office environment that supports wellness and flexible working options.

CLASP offers a hybrid work environment. While much of the work can be done remotely, team members are expected to be in the office on designated days—currently including a weekly all-staff day—and as needed for meetings, trainings, or other in-person activities. Applicants should be comfortable with a flexible in-office schedule.

This position will be based in the organization’s Washington, DC office. Early morning or evening hours are sometimes necessary to accommodate international collaboration; travel will be required. The annual salary range for this position is $100,068 to $129,865.

Recruitment Process

To apply, please use this link and enter all required details.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is closed, though early applications are strongly encouraged.

CLASP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. Each person is evaluated based on personal skill and merit.

CLASP improves the energy and environmental performance of the appliances & equipment we use every day, accelerating our transition to a more sustainable world.

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