Financial Manager

Join CRISP as a Financial Manager in Berlin!

We are seeking for a part-time Financial Manager for global projects. Handle project accounting, donor communication, and business operations support. Apply by January 15, 2024.

Location

Berlin, Germany (Hybrid possible)

Overview

CRISP is a non-governmental organization dedicated to conflict transformation and civic education. We are seeking a part-time Financial Manager to spearhead project accounting, manage grant-related finances, and facilitate effective donor communication for our global initiatives.

Responsibilities

Project Support

• Handle project accounting, submit grant instalments, and track expenses for projects worldwide.
• Handle the payment and booking of project related expenses.
• Collaborate closely with Project Coordinators in managing grants.
• Support development of financial plans for projects.
• Zahlungsnachweis-Verwaltung (payment proof management) and Barabhebungen (cash withdrawals) handling.
• Brief accountants of the implementing partners to ensure that all bills are issued according to donor´s requirements.

Donor Communication and Reporting

• Manage communication with donors regarding financial matters, ensure transparency and compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive interim and final financial reports for various projects, adhering to donor guidelines.
• Prepare and handle Verwendungsnachweise (use of funds certificates) in line with grant requirements.

Business Operations

• Support in preparing offers for potential clients, ensuring accurate financial details and feasibility.
• Handle invoicing for services rendered.

Requirements

Language Skills

• Proficiency in English; German B2 level.
• Communication skills to interact with project accountants of partner organizations.

Financial Knowledge

• Experience in managing grants, developing financial plans for projects, and handling financial reporting for annual reports.
• Experience with German Funding Law, demonstrating an understanding of relevant regulations is a benefit.

Traits

• Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Commitment to the mission and values of CRISP.

Work Hours and Salary

• Starting Date: Preferably 01.02.2024, a later starting date can be negotiated.
• Part-time position: 20 hours per week.
• Salary: 1.600,00 € Brutto (Oriented at: Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst - German public sector salary scale).

What we offer

You can expect a thorough initiation into the organization and your responsibilities. The CRISP team is characterized by its openness and diverse international composition, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Application Procedure

In case of equal suitability, ability and professional performance, people with disabilities will be given preferential consideration in accordance with §2 of the German Social Security Code IX. We welcome applications from people of all nationalities.

If you are interested in working with us, please send us your detailed application documents (letter of motivation and CV) in English or German in a PDF-file with a maximum size of 3 MB to: application@crisp-berlin.org

The deadline for applications is Monday, January 15, 2024.

The interviews are scheduled for the end of January 2024 in presence in our Berlin office.