Posted on 22 June 2023
LOCATION: Vienna or other WWF International Hubs
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Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realisation that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.
What we do
We are an independent conservation organisation, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.
MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT
To ensure the effective management and control of finances through timely and accurate financial planning, budgeting, accounting and reporting; to ensure compliance with Swiss legal requirements as a result of head office location. To provide guidance and support to the NET, the Network and Practice Leaders on finance related matters. Leads and steers the Finance Community of Practice, and provides best practice guidance and specialist financial support to Network finance practitioners.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Processing supplier invoices and other payment requests. Accounting for provisions and prepayments in compliance with WWF International policies & procedures and Swiss VAT law. Supporting country offices to process payments, which require WWF International approval. Manages accounting and reporting of online donations and platforms.
3 Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Verifies and processes all types of WWF International payments in accordance with WWF International policies and guidelines and Swiss VAT law;
- Processes Country office payments requiring WWF International approval in accordance with WWF International policies and guidelines;
- Takes responsibility for assigned AP related Oracle accounts including accounts reconciliation and month end closing activities;
- Performs compliance checks using the organisation's compliance tool (i.e. Bridger Insight) for suppliers, and processes the results, following the compliance policy;
- Manages accounting and reporting of online donations and platforms;
- Acts as a back-up for Accounts Payable & iExpenses Accountant, and Senior Specialist,Accounts Payable;
- Supports the Senior Specialist, Taxes in preparation/submission of Swiss VAT reporting and acts as back-up for Senior Specialist, Taxes;
- Carries out other duties, as and when required, assisting with ad hoc projects and tasks as requested by Manager, Treasury & Operations Accounting.
PROFILE
Required Qualifications
- An university degree in finance / accounting or minimum a commercial diploma or equivalent, possibly with an emphasis on Accounting and Finance (e.g. “Handelsakademie”, commercial school, Bachelor Economics / Accounting);
- A minimum of five years’ experience in finance & administration in a multi-cultural environment.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Excellent team player, diplomatic, and an aptitude for solving problems in a logical, constructive way, excellent communication skills to work with stakeholders from different cultures and functions;
- The position demands flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office, management information systems, Oracle and financial reporting systems (Noetix) an advantage;
- Excellent proficiency in English;
- Embraces the WWF mission and values of the organisation: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal.
All staff in WWF International and country offices, other WWF offices’ finance departments.
External.
Suppliers, Banks, Auditors, e-banking & other software consultants.
How to apply
Only one single document can be uploaded through our platform. Upload your covering letter and CV as one file. We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter.
Deadline for applications: by 5 July 2023.
Work permit restrictions may apply.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
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