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Job Description
Accountant
VVOB education for development is an international non-profit organisation with over 40 years experience in strengthening the quality of education systems in Africa Asia and South America in close partnership with ministries of education and their institutions. Our head office is based in Brussels Belgium.
We implement our programmes and projects with one shared passion: to ensure the improvement of quality education.
Do you share our ambition to ensure that learners around the world can enjoy their fundamental human right to quality education without exception Are you convinced as well that quality education guarantees equal opportunities for everyone and is the key to a better world
We are looking for a Xxxxx who will operate from our office in Xxxxx. Do you want to take on this challenge Then continue reading!
Result areas of the function
The ambition of VVOB is to ensure learners around the world enjoy their fundamental human right to quality education without striving for that ambition we place our values commitment integrity respect quality and innovation central. As Accountant you contribute to this ambition and these values by ensuring the implementation management and improvement of a high-quality accounting system and processes at the VVOB country office.
Position in the organisation
The accountant reports to the operations manager (Global Director of Finance at HQ). You are part of the operations department (finance department at HQ) and work closely with your direct colleagues. Furthermore you work closely together with all other departments within your country and the finance department at HQ (or with all the different country teams at HQ)
You will
1. You ensure proper and timely use and update of the accounting system and timely collection of good quality accounting documentation according to the latest financial guidelines.
2. You provide pro-actively information and support to the program team and relevant partners to improve the accounting system and to develop the capacity of them in the field of accounting and accounting requirements.
3. You coordinate and supervise the compliance and correct implementation of financial guidelines and procedures.
4. You are responsible for informing the management on the status of the accounting system including critical issues and you identify areas for improvement in the accounting system and processes.
Who are you
Your expertise and experience
Masters degree in Finance Business Management or other relevant field or equivalent experience
In depth understanding of economic and accounting principles and practices the financial market; banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data;
Excellent computer skills in MS office and affinity with accounting and financial analysis software.
Fluent in English based on country needs
Matching Competences
VVOB Core competences:
Cooperation level 2
Continuous Improvement level 2
Result Orientation level 2
Function Specific Competences:
Reliability level 2
Development oriented level 3
360 Empathy level 3
Communication Skills level 3
Problem Analysis & Judgement level 2
What we are offering:
A dynamic working environment in an international context.
An exciting job in a growing organisation with varied responsibilities and opportunities for professional development.
A complete remuneration package which includes a base salary and benefits.
An indefinite/definte contract
Whats next
Your motivation letter detailing your match with the profile as well as your motivation behind applying for the vacancy and a detailed CV are expected no later than 30 April 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will take a written test and go through an interview process before a final offer.
VVOB firmly believes that quality education can only be achieved if equity is ensured. Qualities of people prevail regardless of age gender ethnicity or disability. If you require reasonable accommodation includingdisability accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to .
Employment Type
Part-Time
