Associate Director of Finance

Acumen Capital Partners is seeking an Associate Director of Finance to advance ACP’s commitment to returnable-capital funds while shaping the financial strategy of a global organization tackling poverty. This is an opportunity to manage complex multi-fund operations, drive strategic decision-making, and strengthen A...

Acumen works across the spectrum of capital, raising philanthropic capital that is deployed in several ways: as patient investment, to build leaders, and to leverage into much larger impact funds – all focused on solving problems of poverty. To learn more visit acumen.org.

Acumen Capital Partners’ Associate Director of Finance will be a seasoned professional, with significant experience of fund management, who is passionate about joining an extraordinary organization that continues to drive innovation in the social sector.

This leader will bring a minimum of 12 years of experience and care deeply about solving the problems of poverty. They will bring more than passion to the role: they will have the grit and resilience to do this work.
They will bring a deep track record of experience of professional fund management particularly in an institutional context of a multi-fund manager.
They will be innovative and driven to create optimal structures to address the future opportunities and challenges that are inherent in a complex, geographically and functionally diverse
They are an analytical questioner and creative problem-solver; a direct and candid communicator; and a thoughtful and diplomatic change agent who understands organizational dynamics.
They will be energized by the intellectual curiosity of their peers and have the humility to recognize all there is to learn from
Be experienced working in a complex, multi-structured, fast-paced, international organization, particularly one with global entities/subsidiaries in developing countries.
Have achieved sufficient seniority (and have the personal presence/gravitas) to have been a data-driven decision-maker, and a key strategic business partner in influencing senior management on financial and operational issues.
Bring strong relationship skills and versatility to interact effectively with employees, senior management and oversight bodies.
Have strong interpersonal skills: a candid and assertive team player with a sense of humor.
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Be a coach with excellent management skills that brings out the strengths of others.
Have a natural intellectual curiosity and ability to build a strong network of relationships.
Have a proven commitment to creating social change.
Self-reflective and aligned with Acumen’s values.
Bachelor’s degree is required; a relevant advanced degree is strongly preferred
CPA or Chartered Accountant required