Initial Application deadline: 6 January 2025 (although interviews will start before that date)
Experience: 5+ years
Are you dynamic, organised and ambitious?
Are you interested in budgeting, finance and operations?
Do you want to contribute to a critical public health mission for Europe?
Then the European Cancer Organisation (ECO) could be looking for you!
In this full-time role, based in Brussels, as Senior Finance Officer you will work directly with the Chief Executive, Head of Operations & Governance, Finance Assistant and our external accountants. The organisation implements multiple EU-funded projects aimed to reduce the burden of cancer, improve outcomes and the quality of care for cancer patients, through multidisciplinarity and multiprofessionalism.
Effective financial management is critical to ensuring compliance with EU regulations, donor requirements, and the organisation’s internal policies.
The ability to be proactive, adaptable, and dedicated to the needs of the organisation and the goals of the team will lay the groundwork for success.
Our working language is English. Candidates must already have the right to work in the EU and already be physically based in Brussels. The selected candidate will report to the Head of Operations & Governance with specific tasks assigned by the Chief Executive.
About the Organisation
The European Cancer Organisation (ECO) is a not-for-profit federation of 41 Member Societies working in fighting cancer across the continent, together with 21 European Patient Advisory Committee members through 9 Focused Topic Networks.
We bring together patients, oncology professionals and public health experts to propose new policies, advocate change and be the united voice of the European cancer community.
What You’ll Do
The successful candidate will play a critical role in verifying accounting records, tracking income, and maintaining a transparent financial framework to support the achievement of organisational and project objectives. They will oversee the overall financial management of the organisation and EU-funded projects, ensuring compliance with EU and organisational policies while optimising resource allocation.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
FINANCE, ACCOUNTING & AUDITING
Verify the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded and supported by appropriate documentation
Conduct periodic reconciliations of accounts to ensure alignment between internal records and bank statements
Track and monitor income from various funding streams, ensuring timely recognition and allocation of revenue
Reconcile income records with donor disbursements and ensure all funds are accounted for accurately
Work with the Operations & Systems Manager to track budget elements and process payments
Prepare and maintain detailed records of receivables and follow-up on delayed payments
Oversee all financial transactions including those related to EU projects, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with EU regulations and organisational policies
Prepare the financial information, fill in the EU Financial Reports. Include the information on the EU platform
Maintain updated knowledge of EU financial guidelines and integrate them into project processes
Conduct periodic reviews and participate in annual audits to ensure adherence with local and donor requirements
Consolidate the accounting information and transpose it into actuals. Include the actuals information in the "Budget" table monthly
Identify and mitigate financial risks related to project implementation
OFFICE
Manage registration payments for the European Cancer Summit
Organise file archives, office supplies and equipment
Engage in other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Chief Executive and/or Operations & Systems Manager
General Skill Specifications
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Finance Officer with a strong commitment to providing financial and organisational support with experience in managing EU Project finances.
Proficiency in computer and internet use is vital, with demonstrated experience in utilising Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and Word. Fluency in written and spoken English is imperative, and proficiency in additional European languages will be considered an advantage.
The ideal candidate will be flexible and adaptable, willing to embrace additional tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the CEO and the Operations & Systems Manager and contribute positively to the team dynamic.
In this supportive role, the ability to be proactive, adaptable, and dedicated to the needs of the projects and the goals of the team will lay the groundwork for success.
The Role Requires
At least 5 years of experience in financial management, with at least 3 years in EU-funded projects
Strong knowledge of EU financial regulations and compliance requirements
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. WinBooks) and advanced Excel skills
Proven experience in financial planning, reporting and risk management
Demonstrated expertise in income tracking and accounting verification
An aptitude to maintaining calm when faced with unforeseen circumstances
An ability to manage complexity
Being able to maintain a professional and friendly attitude, keeping the reputation of the European Cancer Organisation in consideration at all times
Strong organisational, communication and inter-personal skills with effective and efficient writing skills in English (native or near-native level)
Ability to problem solve, think critically and have clear attention to detail
High level of discretion to maintain confidentiality of information
The role offers the successful candidate
Satisfaction from the creation and implementation of change-making European wide projects that make tangible improving change to the lives of cancer patients and their families
Experience in the public health sector, with the delivery of the EU Cancer Mission and Beating Cancer Plan at the top of the EU's agenda
Opportunity to work closely with top level experts and management
Experience with varied angles and perspectives of the inter-workings of a not-for-profit organisation
Opportunity to be able to liaise directly with top-level stakeholders from EU institutions
Opportunity for strong professional and personal growth in a mentoring office environment
Application
Interested applicants must have the right to work in the EU and be already physically based in Brussels. They will have fully completed their studies as the role will be demanding and time consuming.
Please send a CV and cover letter (maximum 2 pages of A4), together with details of your current salary and earliest starting date (giving details of any required notice period) by email to jobs@europeancancer.org with the subject "Senior Finance Officer - [Candidate Name]”.
Application deadline: 6 January 2025 noting that interviews will commence and an offer made as soon as suitable applicants are identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.
Although the receipt of each application will be automatically acknowledged, unfortunately we can only follow-up with applicants that reach the first interview stage.
Applicants should be aware that the selection process may require completion of an assignment to test your ability to work in the software required for this role.
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