Corporate Finance Lead

Location:

Based remotely or Amman, Jordan

Reporting Manager:

Corporate Services Manager

Remuneration:

$2,000 – $3,000 month, depending on level of experience and qualifications, plus benefits.

Direct Reports

Accountant

Application Deadline:

May 11, 2025

MAGENTA is a leading Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) agency that specialises in understanding human decision-making processes in order to design solutions for relevant and impactful solutions to some of the most challenging problems of our time. We implement programmes across the Middle East & North Africa, Africa, Asia, and Latin America & The Caribbean using the latest in behavioural science principles and a rigorous approach to research, strategy, campaign design and implementation.

Our client base includes UN agencies, INGOs, the FCDO, the US government and the private sector. We aim to amplify the voices of local actors while bringing international expertise and methodological rigour. To do so, we partner with civil society, creative agencies, media and academics to design innovative, relevant and impactful solutions to some of the most challenging problems of our time. Whether we are aiming to shift parenting practices to improve children’s outcomes or to understand how social norms underpin corruption, we always go the extra mile to ensure we can create positive impact for some of the most underserved populations in the world.

This role will be a strategic role in the Corporate Services department, which supports MAGENTA’s delivery and growth work. The Corporate Finance Lead manages MAGENTA’s group level and entity finance and accounting functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Strategy & Analysis

• Conducts in-depth financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, and financial positioning assessments to guide strategic decision-making.
• Develops and implements pricing strategies that maximise profitability while maintaining competitiveness in the market.
• Provides clear, data-driven guidance on financial performance, cost efficiencies, and revenue opportunities.
• Monitors key financial KPIs and identifies trends to inform business growth strategies.
• Assesses financial risks and opportunities, offering strategic recommendations to the leadership team.

Corporate Financial Management & Reporting

• Leads financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Prepares and presents accurate, timely financial reports and dashboards for senior management, including profit/loss analysis, cash flow projections, and financial health indicators.
• Oversees cash flow management to ensure financial stability and liquidity.
• Advises on individual entity banking, including compliance with any host country requirements and reporting.
• Ensures compliance with all financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal policies across MAGENTA’s entities.

Oversight of Accounting & Financial Controls

• Provides oversight of the accounting function to ensure accurate financial records, reconciliations, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Conducts regular financial reviews, ensuring proper documentation, accuracy, and adherence to accounting policies.
• Ensures robust internal financial controls, minimizing risks and strengthening compliance.
• Reviews journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Works closely with accounting team to enhance reporting processes and improve efficiency.

Pricing

• Designs and refines pricing structures for MAGENTA’s services and projects to optimise revenue and profit margins.
• Evaluate project contract terms and pricing strategies for optimal business outcomes.
• Leads financial negotiations with clients.

Audit, Compliance & Financial Governance

• Leads the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring timely completion.
• Ensures financial policies and procedures are robust, up-to-date, and aligned with best practices.
• Oversees tax planning, compliance, and financial reporting for all entities.
• Manages MAGENTA’s fringe and indirect rates, including USG NICRA applications and compliance.

Process Improvement & System Integration

• Streamlines financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Strengthens financial controls and policies, ensuring operational effectiveness.
• Leads on integrating group-level accounting, including transfer pricing agreements and consolidated reporting.
• Identifies and implements financial systems and tools to enhance data-driven decision-making.

Requirements & Competencies

1. Education

• Finance or accounting qualification required; Masters preferred

1. Experience

• At least 7 years of experience in corporate finance, including financial analysis or strategic financial management
• Strong understanding of cash flow management, pricing strategies, and financial planning.
• Financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide strategic financial recommendations.
• Experience overseeing accounting functions and ensuring financial compliance.
• Experience working with public sector, governments, etc in a similar capacity.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Business Central highly desirable
• Ability to work effectively, respectfully and successfully with governments, clients, partners and other stakeholders in complex settings;
• A strategic thinker, with a keen desire to learn, problem-solve and consume new information;
• Fluency in English;

1. Key Competencies

The following are key competencies required for this position.

• Reliability
• Integrity
• Critical thinking

1. CULTURAL FIT

• Demonstrated adherence to MAGENTA’s core values: Authenticity, Transparency, Curiosity and Innovation;
• Willingness to live, work and travel in developing/post-crisis settings;
• Personable and demonstrated ability to build networks;
• Comfortable in multi-cultural settings;
• Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to get hands dirty.

1. WORKING CONDITIONS

• MAGENTA has a flexible working policy which promotes periods of remote working in the year

1. MAGENTA is committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit a two-page CV and letter of motivation here. The letter of motivation should describe why you want to join the MAGENTA team, with a specific example of how your experience and skills can enhance MAGENTA’s work.