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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated Finance Manager for our nonprofit organization to ensure the financial integrity and sustainability of our association. In this key position, you will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling all financial activities. You will prepare budgets, monitor fund usage, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with legal and grant requirements. You will work closely with management, project leaders, and external partners to ensure transparent and efficient use of funds. Your tasks also include developing and implementing financial strategies, supporting fundraising efforts, and optimizing internal processes. You will be the contact person for auditors, authorities, and grant providers and will play a significant role in the sustainable development of the organization. You bring solid knowledge of accounting, ideally in the nonprofit sector, and possess a high degree of responsibility, integrity, and communication skills. If you enjoy making a social contribution through your work and actively shaping the future of a nonprofit organization, we look forward to your application.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Create and monitor budgets
- Financial planning and control
- Prepare financial reports and annual statements
- Ensure compliance with legal and grant requirements
- Optimize financial processes
- Collaborate with management and project leaders
- Support fundraising and grant management
- Communicate with auditors and authorities
- Develop financial strategies
- Monitor payment transactions
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Degree in finance, accounting, or related field
- Several years of experience in finance, ideally in the nonprofit sector
- Knowledge of nonprofit law and grant management
- Proficiency with accounting software
- Analytical thinking and structured work style
- High integrity and sense of responsibility
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Independent and solution-oriented work style
- Excellent German language skills, spoken and written
- Willingness for continuous professional development
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in nonprofit financial management?
- How do you approach budget creation and monitoring?
- Which accounting software are you proficient in?
- How do you ensure compliance with legal requirements?
- How do you interact with grant providers and authorities?
- What role does transparency play for you in financial management?
- How would you optimize internal financial processes?
- What experience do you have working with auditors?
- How do you motivate your team to handle funds responsibly?
- Why do you want to work in a nonprofit organization?
