General And Auxiliary Accountant M/F/X – Lyon At Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion

Handicap International / Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity association, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside disabled and vulnerable people, it acts and bears witness to meet their essential needs and improve their living conditions. It is committed to promoting respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. Since its creation in 1982, HI has set up development programs in more than 60 countries and intervenes in numerous emergency situations. Today, we have a budget of approximately 255 million euros, with 4,794 employees worldwide.

At Handicap International, we firmly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our structure. This is why we are committed to a disability policy to promote the reception and integration of people with disabilities.

Please indicate if you require any special accommodation, including to participate in the initial interviews.

Find more information about the association: www.hi.org .

JOB OBJECTIVES:

As part of a team of 8 people, you ensure the accounting monitoring of our various activities and participate in half-yearly and annual closing operations.

We are looking for an accounting profile capable of adapting to a changing environment.

Your main responsibilities are as follows:

Responsibility 1: Ensure the maintenance of general and auxiliary accounting within your scope

• Record accounting entries in the financial information system (NAVISION)
• Ensure that supplier invoices are validated by an authorized signatory and assigned to a budget code
• Prepare payments for recorded supplier invoices
• Control and justify third-party accounts
• Prepare tax returns within your scope
• Account for fixed asset and inventory transactions
• Record transactions relating to financing contracts according to the instructions provided by the contract managers

Responsibility 2: Participate in half-yearly and annual closing operations

• Justify the balance sheet and expense accounts
• Prepare supporting documents requested by auditors

Responsibility 3: Participate in the department’s various projects

• Contribute to the evolution of professional practices
• Ensure team spirit is maintained

REQUIRED PROFILE:

• You have initial experience in an accounting department (long-term internship or work-study program)
• You know the accounts and accounting rules
• You have a good command of Excel and are familiar with office tools such as Word and Outlook
• You demonstrate rigor and you have a good ability to organize yourself as well as to work in a team in a changing environment.
• You have a minimum level of B1 in English

ACCESSIBILITY OF THE WORKPLACE:

The premises are easily accessible by public transport (bus, metro). A car park and a bicycle park are also available. Within the building, access ramps and elevators guarantee better circulation. All workstations are located in Open Space but boxes are available on each floor to work in peace if necessary. The workspace is very bright.

A disability representative is available to answer any questions and assist you with your procedures. The position can be adapted to suit your needs.

JOB CONDITIONS:

• 12-month fixed-term contract to be filled as soon as possible
• What you will find with us:
  • Strong values: Humanity, Inclusion, Commitment and integrity! And proximity to the field via regular conferences.
  • 25 days of paid leave , 22.5 days of annual RTT and the existence of a CET allowing for a work/life balance
  • A flexible organization: meal voucher card (60% covered by HI), teleworking charter: 8 days of face-to-face work per month minimum
  • Transport: a sustainable mobility package exists. Coverage of 50% of transport subscriptions.
  • Well-being and health: mutual insurance and provident funds, various internal awareness-raising activities, an active Quality of Life and Working Conditions division
  • CSE and social benefits : CSE social works to improve your daily life.
  • A dynamic cultural, sporting and social community life