Accounting Manager (M/F) At Action Education

Action Education is an association for development through education, which for 40 years has ensured access to quality education for the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, particularly children, girls and women.

Basing its intervention on the values ​​of dignity, inclusion and integrity, on principles of action of transparency, accountability and solidarity, and thanks to the support of its sponsors and donors, it now leads projects in around fifteen countries in Africa, Asia and Europe – notably in France – with more than 1.1 million people. Its annual budget is approx. €24 million.

In recent years, the organization has undergone major structural changes, in the management of its operations as well as in its governance. The foundations of this important transformation are now laid, and its practical implementation has been launched. It is in this context rich in perspectives and dynamism that Action Education is recruiting its Accounting Manager on a permanent contract as a replacement.

ASSIGNMENT

Under the direct management of the International Director of Support Services, in conjunction with the International Management Controller, the accounting manager ensures the proper maintenance of the accounts of the French association and the Swiss association.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Management

• As team leader, supervises and coordinates the team for which he/she is responsible (a general accountant and an apprentice accountant).
• As a budget manager, develops and commits an annual budget.

General accounting

• Supervises the entry, recording and posting of accounting entries.
• Monitors customer and supplier regulations.
• Supervises and controls expense reports.
• Oversees monthly reconciliation with payroll.
• Ensures the correct monthly accounting of donations from the general public.
• Monitors allocated funding and dedicated funds.
• Ensures the management and control of inter-company reconciliations.

Closing of accounts

• Supervises and manages interim and annual accounting closings.
• Performs specific closing entries: FNP, CCA, provisions, etc.
• Prepares the mandatory annual financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, annexes, CER/CROD, tax return).
• Produces and supervises the annual review file for the CACs.
• Participates in the preparation of the annual report.
• Is the reference for CACs, accountants, trustees, etc.

Treasury

• Monitors availability, establishes cash flow forecasts, suggests investments.
• Validates and processes land fund requests.
• Supervises monthly bank reconciliations.
• In conjunction with banks, supervises payment tools and banking delegations.

Financing agreement

• Supervises the accounting monitoring of financing agreements and contracts with other Action Education entities.

Business expert

• Provides expertise and solutions to Action Education stakeholders in its field of expertise.
• Participates in the establishment of a framework for continuous improvement of tools and procedures and develops them.
• Participate in training users on these tools and procedures.

SEARCH PROFILE

• Diploma in accounting (DCG, DSCG, Master CCA or similar qualifications).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in a similar position with team management and account closing – Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus.
• Good command of IT tools and appetite for digitalization of processes.
• Knowledge of YOOZ electronic invoice software, a plus.
• Professional oral and written English, a plus.
• Autonomy, rigor and ability to manage priorities.

ADHESION TO PRACTICAL ASPECTS

• Duration: CDI
• Remuneration: approx. €50,000, depending on experience
• Desired start date: As soon as possible
• Location: 53 boulevard de Charonne – 75011 Paris
• 2 days of TT possible after taking up the post
• Benefits: €10 meal vouchers (60% covered) – Mutual insurance (75% covered) and 50% reimbursement of transport tickets