International Finance Manager - Kiribati & Solomon Islands / Indo-Pacific

About this role

Location: Kiribati & Solomon Islands
Salary: between £46,613 - £50,400
Hours:  Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Reports To: Programme Manager, Kiribati & Solomon Islands
Key Internal Contacts/Relationships:  Regional Team
Key External Contacts/Relationships:  Global Grant Managers

Please note: This role is being advertised subject to funding.

Job Purpose: The HALO Trust are looking to hire an International Finance Manager responsible for overseeing all financial planning, management, controls, and compliance across the programme. Based in Kiribati and Solomon Islands, the role provides strategic and operational financial leadership to ensure that donor-funded activities are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and in line with HALO’s policies, donor requirements, and national legislation.

About HALO:
HALO is the leading global NGO addressing the impact and drivers of conflict in 30 countries and territories, with over 8,000 staff. Most of our staff are local employees and include a growing number of women.
Our primary duty is to serve people affected by conflict, clearing landmines and the explosive remnants of war that threaten lives and livelihoods long after fighting has finished. We make land safe where war has ended, while also assisting those affected by active conflict and endemic violence.
HALO addresses human suffering caused by armed violence in some of the world’s most fragile places, securing weapons and ammunition and working with both state and community actors to reduce the prevalence of armed violence.
About the role:
The International Finance Manager (IFM) for Kiribati & Solomon Islands is a senior management position responsible for overseeing all financial planning, management, controls, and compliance across the programme. Based in Kiribati and Solomon Islands, the role provides strategic and operational financial leadership to ensure that donor-funded activities are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and in line with HALO’s policies, donor requirements, and national legislation.
The IFM supports the Programme Manager in Kiribati and Solomon Islands and works closely with national finance team to strengthen financial systems, build capacity, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. The role covers a complex operating environment, with multiple donors, currencies, and regulatory frameworks, and therefore requires strong judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage risk proactively.
The IFM is expected to spend time in Kiribati and Solomon Islands, including field visits, and to coordinate closely with regional and HQ finance teams.
PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS LOCATED IN KIRIBATI AND SOLOMON ISLANDS AND CANNOT BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY.
Responsibilities:
Financial planning and monitoring
Support the Programme Manager in formulating, implementing, and monitoring annual business plans and project budgets for Kiribati & Solomon Islands.
Lead the preparation and review of grant and contract budgets using HALO’s financial planning systems, in line with HALO budgeting guidelines
Monitor programme funding positions and develop financial scenarios to support sustainability and informed decision-making.
Lead financial monitoring of grants and contracts, working closely with operations to forecast costs to completion and manage spend-out plans.
Identify, manage, and escalate financial risks, supporting the Programme Manager in mitigating emerging issues.
Accounting and financial control
Oversee all accounting and financial control processes, ensuring compliance with HALO policies, donor contracts, and local legislation.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end financial close processes in line with HALO deadlines.
Ensure correct allocation of direct and indirect costs to grants and projects, identifying and reporting any shortfalls or risks.
Prepare and review donor financial reports, ensuring reconciliation with budgets and accounting systems.
Prepare and oversee country financial statements in accordance with local statutory requirements.
Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accurate calculation of salaries, taxes, social security, severance, and other statutory deductions in line with local labour laws.
Support the Programme Manager in ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements, including tax, registration, and labour law obligations in Sudan.
Cash management
Ensure appropriate banking and cash management arrangements are in place in line with HALO financial policies.
Manage short-term cash flow requirements, liaising with HQ and regional finance teams to facilitate timely cash transfers.
Monitor and manage foreign exchange exposure and the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on programme finances.
Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and delegations of authority to enable efficient programme operations, including during periods of staff leave.
Donor compliance, audit, and reporting
Ensure full financial compliance with donor requirements across all contracts.
Lead preparation for internal and external audits, coordinating with auditors, HQ finance, and programme teams.
Respond to audit findings and ensure timely implementation of agreed actions.
Support donor engagement by providing clear, accurate financial information to Programme Managers and Partnerships teams as required.
Staff management and capacity building
Provide technical oversight and mentoring to national finance team in Kiribati & Solomon Islands.
Ensure finance staffing capacity and structures are appropriate for programme needs.
Build the capacity of national finance staff through training, coaching, and performance management.
Promote consistency, accuracy, and accountability across finance teams in both programmes.
Systems, policies, and coordination
Ensure implementation and consistent application of HALO financial policies, procedures, and systems across both programmes.
Identify areas for process improvement and support the strengthening of financial controls…