We’re excited to seek out a great team player and solution-oriented Program Accountant (Part-time 0.5 FTE) to join our IDH Agri-commodities Business Unit. We hope you’re the one to join our dynamic team!
You will be under the supervision of the Senior Program Controller and work hand in hand with the Program Team, Corporate Finance Team, external partners, etc., spreading in Europe, India, Vietnam, Peru, Costa Rica.
The role
The purpose of this job is to ensure financial integrity in accounting records for the generation of the provision of quality and timely financial reports; to review and analyse accounting ledgers and contribute and strengthen the internal control and accounting systems for compliance at IDH.
Main responsibilities:
- Make sure incoming invoices, funding contracts and letters of assignment, related to the programs for which you are responsible, are booked correct and timely in Spend Cloud and Exact.
- Regularly update the administration and checking the correctness of the information of PowerBI.
- Ensure correct financial accounting of the programs, preparing monthly closing and reconciliations (Exact and Program Dashboard) and providing (data required for the management) reporting.
- Responsible for a well-structured documentation of the financial program administration as input for the (annual) audit files.
- Provide good Accounts Receivable management, to make sure invoices towards (private) partners, related to their contribution to the programs, are sent and paid on time.
- Ensure that all monthly financial checks are timely carried out.
Who you are.
- You handle ambiguity and complexities well in a scale-up environment, paying close attention to details throughout the entire process (receipt, payment, recording, and reporting).
- You manage time pressure effectively to meet reporting demands and handle your workload efficiently.
- You enjoy collaborating with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, discussing accounting reports in an international context.
- You are a team player with strong professional integrity and cultural sensitivity.
- You work independently, are self-motivated and proactive, and possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
What you bring.
- A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in financial accounting, particularly in an international context
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in finance, accounting, business economics, or another relevant field
- Professional certification in finance OR proven work experience in Program Accounting.
- Full professional proficiency in English; proficiency in another widely spoken language would be an asset.
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
We offer you
A challenging, pivotal role within an impacting, international organisation – and:
- A salary range between EUR 3,194 – 3,993 (excluding 8% holiday allowance) per month (based on a 40-hour work week), job level 14. Important note: This is part-time role with 20-hour work week (50% FTE). The job level is evaluated based on IDH methodology; the successful candidate will be placed within the range depending on relevant work experience. The selection process is conducted, applying STAR interview methodology.
- A part-time (20 hours) 1 year contract initially, with the intention to extend (as this is a permanent position).
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Vacation: 26 days of paid vacation leave per year (100% FTE). Additionally, IDH offers the flexibility to buy or sell up to 6 days of vacation annually, allowing you to tailor your time off to your personal needs.
- Health Insurance Support: IDH contributes €66.14 net per month towards your health insurance premium, helping you maintain optimal health coverage.
- Robust Pension Scheme: A comprehensive pension scheme with considerable contribution by the employer and 3.5% contribution by the employee, ensuring financial stability during your retirement.
- Commuting support: Provide NS Business Card or full reimbursement of commuting costs. Choose between receiving €0.21 per kilometre or opting for second-class public transport, making your journey to work hassle-free.
- Work-from-Home Allowance: Receive a monthly work-from-home allowance of €16.53 net, acknowledging the changing work landscape and supporting your remote work setup.
- Lunch contribution of €78.75 gross monthly (100% FTE).
- Health and Wellness: Prioritize your physical well-being with a sports club/health club allowance of €38.58 gross per month, enabling you to invest in your fitness and overall health.
- Supportive Work Environment: IDH provides all the necessary work supplies depends on the role (laptop, phone, etc.) to ensure you have everything you need to excel in your role.
- Flexible Working Hours and Hybrid Work Model: Allows you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
- Nutritious Work Environment: Enjoy a range of perks at the Utrecht office, including fresh fruits, organic coffee and tea, fresh mint, and ginger tea, promoting a nourishing and supporting work atmosphere.
Interested?
- Would you like to apply? Please follow this link and submit your application: https://idhtrade.inhroffice.com/en/job/320052/apply
- We encourage applicants to respond before 10 July 2024. In the event that the right applicant is found, the application link may be closed earlier.
- Important note: In order to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we do not proceed your applications via email/ LinkedIn with attached CVs, and motivational letters. We kindly request that you submit your application link shared as above. This process ensures that we can review your application while safeguarding your personal information in accordance with GDPR regulations.
- For the successful candidate, a certificate of conduct (verklaring omtrent gedrag) is required to submit as a part of IDH onboarding procedure.
- For more questions about the role and organization, please contact Phat Nguyen at phatnguyen@idhtrade.org/
Who we are.
IDH seeks to transform markets through collaborative innovation, convening and investment in inclusive and sustainable solutions that enable businesses to create value for people and planet. To achieve this, IDH brings together coalitions of committed stakeholders from across global value chains towards joint visions and program agendas for sustainable trade.
IDH’s international presence extends to multiple regions and landscapes, facilitated by a network of around 400 staff including experts who are embedded in key agricultural, manufacturing, apparel and commodity value chains. In 15 years of operation, IDH has mobilized private sector investment and support to test and innovate new business models designed to create better jobs, better incomes, a better environment, and gender equity for all.
For more information, go to http://www.idhtrade.org or follow @IDHTrade on Twitter and LinkedIn.
At IDH, we’re committed to equal employment opportunity, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We strive to be a more equal opportunity workplace every day.