Millar Cameron, in partnership with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), is seeking a Finance Director to lead the transformation of FSC’s global finance function. FSC is a mission-driven non-profit that sets the world’s most trusted standards for responsible forest management, operating through a unique multi-stakeholder governance model and a network of offices worldwide.
As part of its organisational transformation, FSC is building a modern, strategic, service-oriented finance function. The Finance Director will play a pivotal role in this journey—strengthening processes, embedding robust FP&A, and driving alignment between global and regional operations.
The Finance Director will oversee FSC’s global finance function across its international entities and regions. The role encompasses accounting, FP&A, risk and compliance, treasury, and cash management, with a key first-year priority being the implementation of a new ERP system ahead of a 2027 go-live. Reporting to the COO, the Finance Director will collaborate closely with the Executive Team, Board, Finance Committee, regional leaders, donors, and external stakeholders, while leading a senior finance team including the Heads of Accounting Services, FP&A, and Risk & Compliance. Overseeing a financial scale of approximately USD 100m across three entities (Mexico; Germany non-profit and for-profit), this position offers the opportunity to shape a future-ready global finance organisation in service of FSC’s mission.
The Finance Director based in Bonn, Germany, will have responsibilities including, but not limited to:
Strategic Financial Leadership
* Shape and deliver FSC’s financial strategy aligned with global priorities.
* Provide forward-looking analysis, investment cases, and scenario modelling for the Executive Team and Board.
* Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year planning.
* Deliver variance analysis and cost-to-serve insights to support decision-making.
Accounting, Control & Reporting
* Ensure accurate month-end close, timely reporting, and risk/opportunity tracking.
* Oversee consolidation, treasury, and working capital management.
* Ensure compliance with IFRS/local GAAP, donor requirements, and statutory filings; coordinate audits.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Lead enterprise risk management and maintain compliance frameworks.
* Implement audit recommendations and corrective actions.
Regional Financial Oversight
* Standardise policies and reporting; strengthen regional finance capabilities.
* Partner with regional leaders to ensure alignment and transparency.
Systems & Transformation
* Sponsor ERP/finance systems programme; drive automation and digital reporting.
* Build a modern, service-oriented, data-driven finance function.
Leadership & People
* Lead and coach teams across Accounting, FP&A/Regions, and Risk & Compliance.
* Model integrity, accountability, and inclusive collaboration.
* Foster a business-partnering mindset within Finance.
The desired candidate will have, but not be limited to:
* Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA, CPA, CIMA) or equivalent.
* 12–15+ years’ senior finance experience, including 5+ years at FD/CFO level in complex, international organisations.
* Broad leadership across accounting, compliance, FP&A, risk and audit.
* Hands-on transformation expertise: process redesign, operating model change, ERP implementation.
* Proven ability to build high-performing teams and partner effectively with executives and Boards.
* Spanish fluency (strongly preferred); German an advantage.
* Experience integrating multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction finance operations (Mexico and Germany desirable).
* Familiarity with investment management topics (reserves, cash, FX risk/hedging).
* Sector experience in certification bodies, sustainability, or environmental NGOs.
* Strong knowledge of ERP and digital finance tools.
Leadership Competencies & Behaviours
* Strategic & systems thinker; balances mission impact and financial sustainability.
* Credible change leader who communicates, mobilises and sustains adoption.
* Strong business partner and influencer across cultures and functions.
* Results‑oriented, resilient, with sound judgement and high standards.
* Excellent communicator; translates finance for non‑financial audiences.
* Integrity, accountability and commitment to FSC values.
To apply for this position, please submit your CV.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At FSC, we are dedicated to supporting our Clients in building and supporting diverse and inclusive workplaces and culture, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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