Accountant / Financial Controller

Your Role

Introduction

Do you like Finance and wish to help us build a future-proof Finance & Control (F&C) team within FMO? Do you wish to contribute to our growth and see yourself excelling in such a working environment? Seize the opportunity to develop into the finance professional you want to be and join our F&C team!

Your job

As a financial analyst, you have an eye for both accounting and finance. You have a strong product knowledge, and you are also aware of IFRS accounting principles.

You will work in a team to manage daily accounting. You will prepare daily and monthly reports. You will analyze and explain changes in the figures, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders. You will join cross-functional teams and represent Finance in projects during design, testing, and implementation stages.

You have affinity with finance and financial markets which will help you analyze FMO's ledger and positions. You are assertive, eager to learn, and precise when interpreting data. You enjoy the financial complexity of our products and aim to enhance our financial reporting quality. You produce reports in which you draw conclusions and make recommendations. You want to know how we manage processes to ensure overall quality. You drive change and are continuously on the look-out for improvements. You can make yourself familiar with the complex environments we operate in. You are quick to translate current events into appropriate action.

We are looking for an enthusiastic financial analyst. You enjoy working in a diverse team and seek to improve processes and speed up execution.

Our Offer

For This Position We Offer You

• Gross yearly salary ranging from EUR 55-67K (based on 40 hours/ week, including 8% holiday allowance and 13th month) depending on your seniority, years of relevant experience, and background .
• Working hours: 40 hours per week
• Pension scheme, partly paid by FMO.
• 31 holidays
• Hybrid way of working (50/50).
• Working remotely abroad for maximum 60 days in a rolling period of 12 months.
  
  

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Your Team

The Finance and Control team is part of the Finance, Impact & Data department. The team consists of 24 professionals, who are in charge of for daily Accounting, (Regulatory) Reporting, IFRS Policies and Controlling. Due to the team's international and diverse nature, team members primarily communicate in English.

Your Background

You thrive in a continuously changing environment. You excel as a team player and seek to build the F&C team in your next role. Do you think you match?

Financial markets are always evolving, which requires constantly fresh insights in the analysis we prepare. IT requirements and external regulations also change continuously. We are looking for your creativity and ideas that will make us better.

You are curious about underlying causes, you reason logically, and you have an eye for detail. You can clearly set out your interpretation of data in reports, and your advice is well-founded and precise. As a Financial Analyst , you enjoy working independently within your area of expertise. You want to understand the underlying issues and provide parties with accurate data and advice.

We are looking for an ambitious professional who combines knowledge with a hands-on mentality. You listen and ask questions. You have a helicopter view and are intrinsically excited to work in Finance.

• Master’s or bachelors degree in Business, Accounting (HBO accountancy, SPD), Controlling or similar degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in Finance/banking/audit.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, processes, and standards.
• Understanding balance sheet and P&L movement and drivers
• You are able to clearly express yourself towards co-workers and customers.
• Drive to continuously improve your own work environment and processes.
• Team player, positive attitude, willingness to learn.
• Strong verbal/writing skills in English.
  
  

Interested?

You thrive in a continuously changing environment. You undoubtedly thrive in a team environment. Do you fit the criteria and are eager about this role? We would like to invite you to express your interest and apply for this position. We look forward to learning more about you and your contribution to our team! #PioneerDevelopScale.

Please note that if you are a current FMO external/contractor, use your personal email address to apply.

About FMO

FMO delivers economic, social, and environmental development to entrepreneurial initiatives on a global scale, believing in our contribution to a better world, starting from our values as an organization and respect within our teams.

To learn more about who we are, our Vision, Purpose, Mission, Company Culture, and Leadership, please visit our page via the Profile - FMO button below. At FMO, we are guided by our four core values: Diversity, Integrity, Making the Difference and Quality. These values are the foundation of our strong company culture, fostering an environment where we work together to make a positive impact on the world.

Do you fit the criteria and are excited about this role? We invite you to express your interest and apply for this position. We look forward to learning more about you and your contribution to our team.

#PioneerDevelopScale.