Job: The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is looking for an International Business Controller in Copenhagen

 

International Business Controller 

Copenhagen

 

Do you want to work in a leading international humanitarian organisation committed to the protection of forcefully displaced people in 40 conflict zones world-wide? Then you might be our new International Business Controller.

Who are we?

Danish Refugee Council is the largest humanitarian NGO in Denmark. We are working in around 40 countries worldwide as well as in Denmark to fulfil our vision that no refugee should lack protection and durable solutions and that no one who wishes to integrate into Danish society should lack help to do so. We have 5,500 employees internationally and 1,000 in Denmark, and we are still growing. Our headquarters are located in the center of Copenhagen, near the metro and public transportation.

We are seeking highly qualified staff to the international part of our Finance Department. Our Finance Department is one of the 4 support functions in headquarters and consists of 42 talented and dedicated people who are responsible for DRC’s financial affairs globally in close cooperation with the operation. You will be part of our international finance team of International Business Controllers and International Accountants and get to perform tasks that relate to donor projects focused on both operating and monitoring.

About the job
In the Finance Department, we undertake a number of tasks; budgeting, annual reporting, project accounting, business controlling, treasury management as well as guidelines and tools etc.

It is crucial for us that we are a technically sound, efficient and responsible partner that can provide high-quality services to the rest of the organization. We are in the process of completing a process of decentralization, which means new challenges for the role of International Business controller, where the focus has moved away from accounting and towards business controlling.  The purpose of the position is to provide proactive financial support related to international activities. Help identify the risks and drivers and make valuable contribution to decision making.

Your tasks will change as we decentralize most of our operational tasks for our over 150 offices globally, so as to focus on the term will be on controlling and support – including training and risk management.

The tasks will in the beginning of the period of employment be:

• All operational aspects regarding donor projects – from creation to the preparation of financial statements to donors, including contact with the external auditor. Our main donors are international organisations like the UN, EU, DANIDA and the US Government
• Monitoring and controlling related to projects, You must be prepared for about 3-4 travels to our overseas offices per year, equivalent to 20-35 days of travel
• Advice and sparring with colleagues at our overseas offices and at headquarters
• Training of colleagues in internal procedures and risk management
• Various ad hoc tasks

About you
It is important that you have a structured and pro-active approach to your work and take pride in delivering a high quality. It is also important that you are good to follow up and to complete your tasks.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

• Solid controller and accounting experience, preferably from an international organization
• Ability to translate accounting issues to manageable solutions and you are comfortable bringing these solutions to your colleagues and manager; .
• Have attention to detail and also could keep the overview
• Experienced user of Excel
• Solid knowledge of ERP systems (Navision) and accounting principles
• Good language skills – both written and spoken English. It is a significant advantage if you have excellent written and verbal communication skills in French

All DRC staff should also master our five core competencies: 

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values. 

We offer

We offer an exciting and meaningful job in a global humanitarian organization with primary place of work in Borgergade 10, Copenhagen. 

Start date: 1 October 2016

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and relevant organisation. This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply.

Please note that you need to have the right to work in Denmark (through nationality or existing work visa) in order to be considered for this role.

Application process

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Apply online on our page Current Vacancies at www.drc.ngo. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications:15 August 2016. We expect to conduct interviews by the end of August

Further information

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact HR consultant Anne Poulsen: [email protected]. If you are facing problems with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo

 

 

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