Summary
Financial Management Specialist with over 15 years of experience supporting donor‑funded programs through strong financial management, governance, and compliance. I have overseen complex portfolios of up to USD 60 million annually, strengthened internal controls, and built audit‑ready environments that enable organizations to operate with transparency and efficiency. My core strengths sit at the intersection of financial management, operational coordination, and risk & compliance. I am experienced in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, burn rate monitoring, scenario planning, and donor budget realignments — consistently advising leadership on financial performance, cost efficiency, and resource optimization. I am comfortable navigating complex regulatory frameworks, aligning finance with program delivery, and leading cross-functional teams to improve systems, processes, and performance. Key skill areas: • Financial Management, Budgeting & Forecasting • Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis & Cost Control • Internal Controls, Risk Management & Audit Readiness • Donor Compliance & Governance (USG and other donors) • Operations Management, Procurement Coordination & Support Services • HR-related Support: payroll oversight, team supervision, capacity building • Stakeholder Engagement: teams' leadership, government partners, auditors
Public Profile url: Ivan Matusse
Professional Data
Main areas
Audit, Consulting, Quality and Research (1 year)
Executive Direction and Cross-Functional Management (Less than a year)
