Finance and Human Resources Manager

Position Purpose The Finance and Human Resources Manager provides strategic financial leadership and operational oversight to ensure the sustainability, compliance, and controlled growth of Earth & Life Symbio as it establishes its Singapore headquarters and expands into East Asia.

The position manages and implements financial planning, budgeting, statutory compliance, human resources, data protection, and IT infrastructure, and partners closely with the Executive Director and the Board to translate strategic priorities into robust operational plans that uphold the highest standards of financial governance and public trust.

This role is part of the Organisation Builder Program, designed to help climate civil society organisations (CSOs) scale their impact by building essential operational capacity.

The program directly solves operational bottlenecks faced by many climate CSO leaders by recruiting experienced, strategic operations experts into CSOs to build the systems, processes, and governance necessary for sustainable growth.

To support your transition into the climate sector, and in addition to the role, the program provides structured climate education, mentorship and coaching, and a strong peer network. Ultimately, this role serves as your launchpad for a long-term career in the climate sector.

Key Accountabilities Financial Strategy and Stewardship Direct and implement financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation in alignment with the organisation's mission and strategic plan.

Establish fund accounting practices appropriate to a Singapore-registered non-profit, maintaining clear separation of restricted, unrestricted, and programme-specific funds. Prepare financial statements and disclosures for Board review and statutory filing on Charities Accounting Standards.

Principal liaison to the Board Finance and Audit Committee, providing data-driven financial reports, and recommendations. Manage financial operations, cash-flow management, the an