<div><div>Background C40 is a network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities, who are working to deliver the urgent action needed right now to confront the climate crisis, and create a future where everyone, everywhere can thrive. Mayors of C40 cities are committed to using a science-based and people-focused approach to help the world limit global heating to 1.5°C and build healthy, equitable and resilient communities. Through a Global Green New Deal, mayors are working alongside a broad coalition of representatives from labour, business, the youth climate movement and civil society to go further and faster than ever before. C40’s team of 400+ staff is based in offices in London, in New York, Johannesburg, Singapore, Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, Copenhagen, Beijing and Paris, and individual staff based across 25+ different locations. The strategic direction of the organisation is determined by an elected Steering Committee of C40 mayors, which is chaired by Mayor Sadiq Khan of London and Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr of Freetown. Three-term Mayor of New York City Michael R. Bloomberg serves as President of the C40 Board of Directors, responsible for operational oversight. A regionally diverse management team, led by Executive Director Mark Watts, leads the day-to-day management of C40. C40’s three core strategic funders are Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation and Realdania. Our international staff work with the C40 network under the leadership of city governments to deliver this mission. Using a data-driven approach, our team identifies and promotes the exchange of proven programmes and policies developed by cities; provides world-class research, technical expertise and access to key partners to deliver new programmes and policies with cities; and communicates cities’ individual achievements and collective leadership. Diversity StatementC40 is committed to supporting and promoting equity and diversity and creating an inclusive working environment for everyone. We believe that when people with different life experiences are involved in decision-making, we deliver better.  We believe having a diverse workforce ensures we connect better with all the different communities and people affected by the climate crisis. This enables us to make better decisions which lead to better outcomes in the work we do through increased creativity, productivity, greater global impact alongside a broader perspective and approach to our work. We welcome applicants that are diverse in terms of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. Our goal is for C40 to be an environment where everyone, from any background, can flourish and can be themselves whilst contributing to our mission. If you identify as a person with a disability, we work to provide reasonable appropriate measures and any additional support needed to provide an equitable working experience. If you are living with a disability, chronic illness or neurodiversity please inform us, to provide you with the proper assistance in the application process. C40 promotes a work culture where staff can input to improve equity, diversity and inclusion through staff-led groups and formal forums. We know that creating our ideal working environment is a learning process and we are committed to the ongoing effort. <ul></ul>Department DescriptionThe C40 Corporate Services department serves as the non-programmatic support mechanism to the global organisation to ensure efficiency of day-to-day business practices. The team works collaboratively with C40 senior management and staffin providing support and guidance in human resources, information technology, grants management, budgeting, accounting and other administrative functions in accordance with C40’s internal policies, procedures and donor regulations. Position DescriptionThe Senior Finance Manager - Operations, will report to C40’s Head of Finance – Operations and Compliance, based in South Africa. This role will work closely with the Senior Financial Accountant and other members of the finance team to build relationships across the business and to provide quality financial information. The successful candidate will also work as the Financial Controller. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Drive continuous improvement in operational finance processes, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, with a key role in implementing a new finance system in 2026.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely recording of invoices and expense claims in Concur.</li><li>Monitor the Finance inbox and Slack channels to manage business requests promptly.</li><li>Lead the weekly payment run for all suppliers, ensuring banking information is collated and recorded per the Finance Manual.</li><li>Post all bank transactions and ensure accurate payment recording in Sun.</li><li>Assist in new system implementations, policy updates, and other organizational projects and tasks, including the rollout of a new purchase order system.</li><li>Line Management of the Finance Assistants and Officers, based in the UK and South Africa</li><li>Manage foreign currency bank accounts.</li><li>Monitor foreign exchange rates and inter entity fund transfers as needed minimising fx exposure.</li><li>Prepare and analyse foreign currency exposure reports.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial information upon request.</li><li>Collaborate within a diverse team supporting a global organization.</li><li> </li></ul>Person Specification:Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills, and ability to manage and organise large volumes of financial data</li><li>Ability to work flexibly and embrace change, able to prioritise and re-prioritise multiple tasks against competing deadlines</li><li>Good analytical skills  with a high attention to detail</li><li>Experience of working internationally, dealing with multiple currencies </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information in a way that is understandable for different audiences </li><li>Line management experience </li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working in the charity/not-for-profit sector and/or environmental and sustainability issues or an international organization.</li></ul> Preferred<ul><li> Experience in using SunSystems / Infor Q&amp;A and Concur</li></ul> Other Requirements:Applicants must already have the right to work in the listed locations. Moderate travel will be required as part of the role.  Reporting To: Head of Finance – Operations and Compliance Term: Indefinite Location: South Africa -  Please note that if your right to work in one of the listed locations is not confirmed at the time of applying, C40 will be unable to proceed with your application.  Salary: (Grade 3) ZAR 1,036,800 gross per annum - Due to its commitment to maintain equity and fairness, C40 operates on a spot salary model. This means that our employees are paid the same salary according to their grade and location.  Application Process:Closing date for applications is Friday 29th August at 5.00pm BST. C40 reserves the right to close this job opening before the closing date for applications so please do submit applications early. To learn more about the work of C40 and our cities, please visit <a href="http://www.c40.org/">www.c40.org</a>, follow us on Twitter @c40cities and like us on Facebook at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/C40Cities">http://www.facebook.com/C40Cities</a>. For any queries about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@C40.org">careers@C40.org</a>. Kindly note that this email address is for recruitment related queries only. We are unable to accept CVs and cover letters sent to this inbox. We can only accept and process applications that are submitted via our website. C40 is an equal opportunities employer.</div></div>

Around the world, C40 Cities connects 96 of the world&rsquo;s greatest cities to take bold climate action, leading the way towards a healthier and more sustainable future. Representing 700+ million citizens and one quarter of the global economy, mayors of the C40 cities are committed to delivering on the most ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement at the local level, as well as to cleaning the air we breathe.

Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations

<div><div>Background C40 is a network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities, who are working to deliver the urgent action needed right now to confront the climate crisis, and create a future where everyone, everywhere can thrive. Mayors of C40 cities are committed to using a&nbsp;science-based and people-focused approach&nbsp;to help the world limit global heating to 1.5°C and build healthy, equitable and resilient communities. Through a Global Green New Deal, mayors are working alongside a broad coalition of representatives from labour, business, the youth climate movement and civil society to go further and faster than ever before. C40’s team of 400+ staff is based in offices in London, in New York, Johannesburg, Singapore, Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, Copenhagen, Beijing and Paris, and individual staff based across 25+ different locations. The strategic direction of the organisation is determined by an elected Steering Committee of C40 mayors, which is chaired by Mayor Sadiq Khan of London and Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr of Freetown. Three-term Mayor of New York City Michael R. Bloomberg serves as President of the C40 Board of Directors, responsible for operational oversight. A regionally diverse management team, led by Executive Director Mark Watts, leads the day-to-day management of C40. C40’s three core strategic funders are Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation and Realdania. Our international staff work with the C40 network under the leadership of city governments to deliver this mission. Using a data-driven approach, our team identifies and promotes the exchange of proven programmes and policies developed by cities; provides world-class research, technical expertise and access to key partners to deliver new programmes and policies with cities; and communicates cities’ individual achievements and collective leadership. Diversity StatementC40 is committed to supporting and promoting equity and diversity and creating an inclusive working environment for everyone. We believe that when people with different life experiences are involved in decision-making, we deliver better.&nbsp; We believe having a diverse workforce ensures we connect better with all the different communities and people affected by the climate crisis. This enables us to make better decisions which lead to better outcomes in the work we do through increased creativity, productivity, greater global impact alongside a broader perspective and approach to our work. We welcome applicants that are diverse in terms of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. Our goal is for C40 to be an environment where everyone, from any background, can flourish and can be themselves whilst contributing to our mission. If you identify as&nbsp;a person with a disability, we work to provide reasonable appropriate measures and any additional support needed to provide an equitable working experience.&nbsp;If&nbsp;you are living with a disability, chronic illness or neurodiversity please inform us, to provide you with the proper assistance in the application process. C40 promotes a work culture where staff can input to improve equity, diversity and inclusion through staff-led groups and formal forums. We know that creating our ideal&nbsp;working environment is a learning process and we are committed to the ongoing effort. <ul></ul>Department DescriptionThe C40 Corporate Services department serves as the non-programmatic support mechanism to the global organisation to ensure efficiency of day-to-day business practices. The team works collaboratively with C40 senior management and staffin providing support and guidance in human resources, information technology, grants management, budgeting, accounting and other administrative functions in accordance with C40’s internal policies, procedures and donor regulations. Position DescriptionThe Senior Finance Manager - Operations, will report to C40’s Head of Finance – Operations and Compliance, based in South Africa. This role will work closely with the Senior Financial Accountant and other members of the finance team to build relationships across the business and to provide quality financial information. The successful candidate will also work as the Financial Controller. Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Drive continuous improvement in operational finance processes, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, with a key role in implementing a new finance system in 2026.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely recording of invoices and expense claims in Concur.</li><li>Monitor the Finance inbox and Slack channels to manage business requests promptly.</li><li>Lead the weekly payment run for all suppliers, ensuring banking information is collated and recorded per the Finance Manual.</li><li>Post all bank transactions and ensure accurate payment recording in Sun.</li><li>Assist in new system implementations, policy updates, and other organizational projects and tasks, including the rollout of a new purchase order system.</li><li>Line Management of the Finance Assistants and Officers, based in the UK and South Africa</li><li>Manage foreign currency bank accounts.</li><li>Monitor foreign exchange rates and inter entity fund transfers as needed minimising fx exposure.</li><li>Prepare and analyse foreign currency exposure reports.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial information upon request.</li><li>Collaborate within a diverse team supporting a global organization.</li><li> </li></ul>Person Specification:Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills, and ability to manage and organise large volumes of financial data</li><li>Ability to work flexibly and embrace change, able to prioritise and re-prioritise multiple tasks against competing deadlines</li><li>Good analytical skills&nbsp; with a high attention to detail</li><li>Experience of working internationally, dealing with multiple currencies&nbsp;</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information in a way that is understandable for different audiences&nbsp;</li><li>Line management experience </li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working in the charity/not-for-profit sector and/or environmental and sustainability issues or an international organization.</li></ul> Preferred<ul><li>&nbsp;Experience in using SunSystems / Infor Q&amp;A and Concur</li></ul> Other Requirements:Applicants must already have the right to work in the listed locations. Moderate travel will be required as part of the role.&nbsp; Reporting To:&nbsp;Head of Finance – Operations and Compliance Term: Indefinite Location: South Africa -&nbsp; Please note that if your right to work in one of the listed locations is not confirmed at the time of applying, C40 will be unable to proceed with your application.&nbsp; Salary: (Grade 3) ZAR 1,036,800 gross per annum - Due to its commitment to maintain equity and fairness, C40 operates on a spot salary model. This means that our employees are paid the same salary according to their grade and location.&nbsp; Application Process:Closing date for applications is Friday 29th August at 5.00pm BST. C40 reserves the right to close this job opening before the closing date for applications so please do submit applications early. To learn more about the work of C40 and our cities, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.c40.org/">www.c40.org</a>, follow us on Twitter @c40cities and like us on Facebook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/C40Cities">http://www.facebook.com/C40Cities</a>. For any queries about the role, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@C40.org">careers@C40.org</a>. Kindly note that this email address is for recruitment related queries only. We are unable to accept CVs and cover letters sent to this inbox. We can only accept and process applications that are submitted via our website. C40 is an equal opportunities employer.</div></div>

Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations

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