Finance and Internal Accounts Officer
Brussels,
Belgium
Brussels,
Belgium
Who are we looking for?
We are currently looking for a full-time (38 hours/week) Finance and Internal Accounts Officer to work with us on the internal financial administration of our organisation, as well as supporting the implementation of grant-based projects and other activities inside the NGO.
The work will be fully remote, however you should be based in Brussels, as you will be required to attend in-person meetings from time to time (on average six times a month).
We are currently looking for a full-time (38 hours/week) Finance and Internal Accounts Officer to work with us on the internal financial administration of our organisation, as well as supporting the implementation of grant-based projects and other activities inside the NGO.
The work will be fully remote, however you should be based in Brussels, as you will be required to attend in-person meetings from time to time (on average six times a month).
About us
Junior Enterprises Europe (JEE) is the European Confederation responsible for representing all the Junior Enterprises in the continent, bringing together over 35000 students across 17 countries in a Network that generates a cumulative turnover of 19M€.
JEE helps students build professional skills through real business experience. This experience teaches students to work think creatively and make a difference. The organisation partners with different institutions and other stakeholders to create projects, events and policies that generate impact. We work with partners to make sure these projects help students gain skills, as students learn by doing.
Junior Enterprises Europe (JEE) is the European Confederation responsible for representing all the Junior Enterprises in the continent, bringing together over 35000 students across 17 countries in a Network that generates a cumulative turnover of 19M€.
JEE helps students build professional skills through real business experience. This experience teaches students to work think creatively and make a difference. The organisation partners with different institutions and other stakeholders to create projects, events and policies that generate impact. We work with partners to make sure these projects help students gain skills, as students learn by doing.
Responsibilities
- Managing the organisation’s internal accounting records and financial documentation;
- Reviewing, organising and cleaning up accounting records from previous years;
- Preparing financial overviews to our stakeholders, internal reports and supporting documents;
- Supporting the preparation of annual accounts together with the external accountant;
- Ensuring proper filing and tracking of invoices, receipts, payments and reimbursements;
- Supporting financial reporting for active grants and funded projects;
- Assisting with budget monitoring for ongoing projects;
- Supporting general project administration and grant management when required;
- Taking on other flexible tasks typical of a European NGO environment.
Must Have
- Proven experience in accounting, financial administration or bookkeeping under Belgian law;
- Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as accounting, finance, business administration, economics or a related area;
- Ability to take responsibility for the organisation’s full in-house accounting process;
- Excellent command of both English and French;
- Proficient office IT skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel), online collaborative tools (Google Workspace);
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently and proactively;
- Team player, comfortable working in an international environment;
- Openness to work in a fast-paced and flexible international NGO environment;
- Willingness to take on different types of tasks, including project support, grants management and fundraising-related work when needed;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Nice to have
- Previous experience in accounting or financial administration within a nonprofit, association or NGO;
- Knowledge of Dutch;
- Prior engagement in youth NGOs or other NGOs at national or European level is highly valued.
What we Offer?
An international, young and friendly working atmosphere;
A 5-month contract under Belgian law, with the possibility of renewal;
Full-time position, 38 hours/week;
The opportunity to take real responsibility for the organisation’s internal accounting and financial administration;
Insight into the financial and administrative functioning of a European NGO.
Who we are
Equal opportunities employer
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment and to ensuring fair and consistent treatment throughout the recruitment process.
