The EUROPEAN ENVIRONMENTAL BUREAU<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
is looking for a full-time (100%) or part-time (80%)<\/p>\n
(Senior) Accounting Officer<\/b> Come work at the heart of Europe\u2019s largest network of environmental citizens organisations <\/i><\/p>\n and help ensure that strong, reliable accounting supports our environmental mission<\/i><\/i><\/p>\n About us<\/b><\/p>\n The EEB is the largest network of environmental citizens\u2019 organisations in Europe<\/b>. We bring together close to 200 member organisations in more than 40 countries, representing some 30 million individual members and supporters. We advocate for progressive policies to create a better future where people and nature thrive together<\/b>.<\/p>\n Our commitment to fairness, equality, diversity and wellbeing<\/b><\/p>\n The EEB strives to be a fair, inclusive, safe place<\/b> and a welcoming and learning organisation.<\/p>\n We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Your experience matters<\/b>. Please consult our Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Policy<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n Please do not use pictures in your CV. Do leave out any information that may contribute to unconscious bias such as reference to your nationality, date or place of birth.<\/p>\n We respect our employees\u2019 lives outside of work, support colleagues in care roles, and take work-life balance and wellbeing<\/b> seriously.<\/p>\n How You\u2019ll Have an Impact<\/b><\/p>\n At the EEB, sound financial management helps us deliver on our environmental mission. As our (Senior) Accounting Officer, you\u2019ll play an important role in keeping our financial records accurate, reliable and transparent, helping ensure that the organisation runs smoothly and its resources are managed responsibly.<\/p>\n Your work will help build trust and confidence in our financial information, supporting good decision-making, accountability and compliance. You\u2019ll be part of a Finance team where attention to detail, sound judgement and a willingness to find solutions really make a difference.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll also have the opportunity to contribute your ideas, helping us strengthen our accounting practices, improve everyday processes and make the best use of our financial systems.<\/p>\n Based in Brussels, you\u2019ll work in an international, purpose-driven environment, collaborating with colleagues across the organisation. You\u2019ll report to the Head of Finance and have opportunities to develop your expertise and grow professionally.<\/p>\n What You\u2019ll Actually Do<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n Accounting and Financial Closing<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n Payments, Tax & Compliance<\/b><\/p>\n Audits & Financial Support<\/b><\/p>\n Accounting Systems & Processes<\/b><\/p>\n The level of responsibility and autonomy will reflect the experience and skills of the selected candidate, depending on whether they join as Accounting Officer or Senior Accounting Officer.<\/p>\n Who You Are\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n You\u2019re an accounting professional who enjoys hands-on accounting work<\/b>, takes pride in accuracy and pays attention to detail. You\u2019re organised, reliable and comfortable taking responsibility for your work, while also enjoying being part of a collaborative team.<\/p>\n Ideally, you have at least five years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in Belgium.<\/b> We particularly welcome candidates with experience in the Belgian NGO or non-profit sector. We also welcome candidates with at least three years of relevant experience<\/b> who may join as Accounting Officer, with opportunities to develop into a Senior role.<\/p>\n You enjoy solving problems, are open to learning and improving how things are done and feel comfortable working with colleagues from different backgrounds in an international organisation.<\/p>\n Your Skills & Experiences<\/b><\/p>\n Assets That Make You Stand Out<\/b><\/p>\n Your Values<\/b><\/p>\n Why You\u2019ll Love Working With Us<\/b><\/p>\n Registration in Belgium and work permits<\/b><\/p>\n As our contracts fall under Belgian law, the candidate must commit to being officially registered in Belgium and working from our office in Brussels <\/b>(with structural teleworking).<\/p>\n The EEB welcomes applicants from outside the EU<\/b>, and we consider it a privilege to have non-EU nationals amongst our staff members and to benefit from their perspectives and skills.<\/p>\n If you are not an EU citizen, please let us know if you have a work permit for Belgium<\/b>.<\/p>\n Please note that it is not always possible for us to initiate and succeed with work permit applications<\/b> for non-EU nationals due to legal restrictions, additional costs and practical issues for a medium-sized non-profit organisation. If you do not hold a work permit for Belgium, please feel free to reach out to request further information before you apply.<\/p>\n For this position, experience with Belgian accounting practices is important<\/b>. However, we also welcome applications from candidates with strong relevant accounting experience gained elsewhere who are willing and able to develop their knowledge of Belgian requirements.<\/p>\n If you hold a work permit, please mention if you hold a valid Single Permit (A card) or permanent residence permit (B card, long-term resident).<\/p>\n How You Can Apply<\/b><\/p>\n We look forward to receiving your application, including the following in a single pdf document<\/b>:<\/p>\n We value clarity, motivation and authenticity more than formal letters and too much detail.<\/p>\n Only applications comprising these three elements will be considered.<\/b> <\/span><\/p>\n Please send your complete application to <\/b>personnel@eeb.org<\/b><\/span><\/a>.<\/b> <\/b><\/p>\n
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