ABOUT WEP

Women's Education Project is a nonprofit founded in 2002. For 24 years working in South India, WEP has enabled young women from under-resourced communities to realize their full economic and social potential through LAMP Academy. We are executing a 2026-2028 Strategic Plan to scale across India and globally.

JOB SUMMARY
Women's Education Project is seeking an experienced Fractional Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership on a part-time consulting basis. This is a mission-driven opportunity for an experienced finance professional (a retired CFO, a senior consultant seeking meaningful part-time work) who wants to contribute real expertise at a pivotal moment in WEP's growth.

The Fractional CFO will serve as a key thought partner to the Founder and Executive Director, bringing financial clarity, strategic insight, and sound governance to an organization that is building for scale.

DUTIES

Financial Strategy and Planning

Develop and maintain annual budgets aligned with WEP's 2026-2028 Strategic Plan

Reporting and Review

Attend monthly meetings with the Executive Director to review income and expenses against budget
Prepare clear monthly financial reports for leadership and flag cash flow risks proactively

Compliance and Governance

Ensure adherence to GAAP and US nonprofit accounting standards
Support annual audit preparation and maintain appropriate financial policies and internal controls

Grant and Program Finance

Support budget development for grant applications and funder reports
Track restricted and unrestricted funds and ensure accurate allocation across programs

Strategic Support

Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director on financial sustainability and organizational growth
Advise on the financial implications of strategic decisions and new partnerships as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

CPA or equivalent financial qualification preferred
Demonstrated experience in nonprofit financial management, ideally with international or India-based organizations
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
Familiarity with US nonprofit compliance, grant financial management, and restricted fund accounting
Experience building financial models and forecasts for scaling organizations
Proficiency with financial software and reporting tools such as QuickBooks or equivalent platforms
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate findings clearly to diverse audiences
Excellent communication skills — able to translate financial complexity for non-financial stakeholders
Commitment to WEP's mission and values
Prior fractional, consulting, or part-time CFO experience a plus

Pay: $75.00 - $80.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote

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