Finance Controller

Opportunity to make an impact

This position calls for an individual who wants to make a real difference around the world, and who believes and is passionate about our company’s ethos, which is working with marginalised populations and connecting communities with changemakers for more inclusive societies. Our organisation was selected as part of Stanford University’s Seed Transformation Program as a social enterprise of the Global South working towards scaling and sustaining its social impact in the world.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Objective 1 – Financial Control and Compliance (70%)

• Conduct periodic financial audits and assessments across multiple work sites to ensure adherence to organisational financial policies and local regulations.
• Implement best practices in financial management, accounting standards, and internal control procedures across all entities.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks by conducting risk assessments and recommending corrective actions.
• Review and validate financial documentation and transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and reconciliations at various sites.
• Assist in the monitoring of cash flow at work sites, ensuring liquidity and effective resource allocation.
• Conduct spot checks of petty cash, bank reconciliations, and project budget monitoring.

Objective 2 – Capacity Building (20%)

• Provide training and support to finance and non-finance staff in key areas such as budget management, financial forecasting, reporting, ICT (ZOHO) and compliance.
• Train and coach local finance teams to build their skills in financial analysis and control.
• Coach non-financial managers to enhance their understanding of budget management, financial planning, and financial compliance.
• Foster a culture of transparency and accountability in financial management practices at work sites.

Objective 3 – Policy, Guidelines, and Toolkit Development (10%)

• Contribute to the creation, review, and update of financial policies, guidelines, and reference toolkits.
• Develop user-friendly financial tools and templates for both finance professionals and non-finance managers.
• Collaborate with the central finance team to ensure that all policies and guidelines align with global financial strategies and requirements.
• Support the Director of Finance in creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key finance processes.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve existing financial tools and systems based on site visits and audits.

Key Deliverables

• Periodic audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Improved compliance and financial control at various work sites.
• Training sessions for local finance staff and non-finance managers.
• Regular updates to financial policies, procedures, and toolkits.
• Development of simplified and accessible finance management tools for non-financial managers.
• Improving functionalities and reporting within ZOHO.

Vacancy Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance management, preferably within a multi-national or NGO environment.
• Demonstrated experience in financial auditing, compliance, and internal control processes.
• Experience in conducting training and capacity-building activities for finance and non-finance staff.
• Prior experience working in a ‘flying’ or multi-location finance role is a plus.

Skills

• Strong financial analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of international accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).
• Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in diverse cultural and operational environments.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is highly desirable.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and reliability.

Competencies

• Adaptability: Able to adjust and manage in a dynamic, changing environment with diverse cultural contexts.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify risks and implement solutions.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering complex information in a clear and accessible way to various audiences.
• Leadership: Strong ability to mentor and guide teams, building their capacity to meet financial standards.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and meticulousness in all financial processes and reports.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, both finance and non-finance.

Working Conditions

• High travel requirements to various international and regional locations, often with limited resources.
• Must be comfortable working in a range of settings, from well-established offices to remote and developing regions.
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate different time zones and travel requirements.

Our Offer

• A Dutch employment contract initially for 12 months with a trial period.
• Salary range from €5,500 gross per month, based on 40 hours per week (exact salary based on experience);
• Hybrid working with flexibility to work several days a week from home.
• Compensation for health insurance costs.
• Support to follow training and/or courses where relevant.
• Based in the Netherlands with the right to work in the country.