Regional Finance Expert – Central Africa Pool – France At Action Against Hunger France

About Action Against Hunger:

Founded in 1979, Action Against Hunger is an international non-governmental organization that fights hunger worldwide. Its charter of humanitarian principles—independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency—has defined its identity for 45 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies related to conflicts and natural disasters. Action Against Hunger coordinates its programs around seven areas of activity: Nutrition and Health; Mental Health and Psychosocial Support; Food Security and Livelihoods; Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene; Advocacy; Climate; and Research. In 2024, Action Against Hunger assisted more than 26 million people in 57 countries around the world. www.actionagainsthunger.org

We are looking for our new Regional Finance Expert – Central Africa Pool.

Job responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Regional Finance Manager for the Central Africa Pool, you will ensure the reliability of the Accounting and Financial management of the countries comprising the region.

Your responsibilities will be as follows:

  • Ensuring the quality of budget management in countries
  • Providing technical and strategic support in financial management to countries
  • Ensure the accounting compliance of the missions
  • Contribute to regional action plans, operations, and the development of financial management frameworks and policies
  • Contribute to the recruitment of Finance Managers for missions and ensure the functional management of Finance Department Managers in the field

Desired profile:

You hold a Bac +5 degree in finance or accounting.

You have experience in finance in the field, and ideally at the headquarters of an international NGO.

Prior experience with Action Against Hunger is an asset.

You are proficient in computer tools (including Excel) and accounting software. Knowledge of UBW, Saga, and Odoo is a plus.

Working in an international environment, you are fluent in spoken and written English.

Employment conditions:

  • Status: Senior Manager, Grade 6 – Permanent Contract – Full-time
  • Location: Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis)
  • Remuneration:
    • From €41K to €50K gross per year over 13 months, depending on experience
    • Seniority bonus starting from 3 years of service at headquarters (For permanent positions)
  • Benefits:
    • 25 days of paid leave per year and 21 days of RTT (reduced working time).
    • Health insurance and personal protection coverage: 80% covered by ACF
    • Salary maintenance schemes (sickness, maternity, paternity)
    • Transportation allowance: 50% of the cost of travel between home and workplace is covered.
    • Meal voucher allowance (Up Lunch Card): 60% covered by the association up to a value of €8
    • Works council social benefits (gift vouchers, reimbursement for cultural activities, etc.)
  • Telework :
    • Teleworking open to all from the metropolitan area
    • No physical presence is required for this position, except during collective in-person sessions.
    • Mandatory/required group attendance by the employer: for meetings and group events (up to 3 days per month) and 2 days of mandatory attendance upon joining the team.
    • Teleworking allowances
  • Training: Unlimited and free access to the Talentsoft e-learning platform
  • Special conditions: field travel in Central Africa

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How to apply

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