Controller and Global Finance Process Advisor

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is looking for a Controller and Global Finance Process Advisor for the following exciting responsibilities:

50% – Financial Controlling and Support 
 Ensure effective financial controlling for designated Country Offices or units, helping to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with FCA’s financial policies and procedures. Provide guidance on financial planning, reporting, month- and year-end closing, and audits. Support teams by delivering financial training and strengthening staff capacity in financial management.

50% – Finance Process Development
 Lead and contribute to the development of FCA’s global finance processes in line with the unit’s finance development roadmap. Drive improvements in efficiency, consistency, and transparency while ensuring that processes meet stakeholder and organizational requirements.

The position is based at our head office in Helsinki, Finland, within the Global Controlling Unit. International travel to some of FCA’s country operations will be required as part of the position.

Key tasks and responsibilities

Financial Controlling

• Provide financial oversight and support for designated areas to ensure compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and local legislation.
• Support monthly and annual closing processes and contribute to accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Review and approve instalments in line with policies and support budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting.
• Support country office finance staff in applying financial policies and processes.
• Oversee donor- and FCA-funded projects throughout their lifecycle, including budgeting, reporting, instalments to partners, audits, and compliance with internal policies.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements for the parent company/group and program countries.

Finance Process Development

• Lead and contribute to the development and improvement of global finance processes to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance.
• Support the implementation of new or updated processes and provide guidance to colleagues on finance procedures.
• Act as a change advocate to promote adoption and compliance across the organization.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in finance, accounting, or controlling. Professional qualifications (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) are an asset.
• Solid experience in independently managing financial tasks, preferably within an international organization.
• Experience in developing and improving finance processes; experience in an INGO environment is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial information to support decision-making.
• Good understanding of project planning, budgeting, and financial reporting in a project-based environment.
• Proactive and independent working style with strong problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams and organizational levels.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems; knowledge of Unit4 is an advantage.
• Ability to adapt to financial management systems and reporting tools.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; additional languages such as Arabic, French, or Finnish are considered an asset.

The position will be filled as soon as possible. It is a fixed-term position until 31 July 2027, including a six-month probationary period. The compensation is based on the FCA salary scale and the candidate’s level of experience. The salary range for this position is 3 556,52 € – 3 962,98 € (depending on experience. FCA’s benefits package includes comprehensive health care and staff development opportunities.

For more information about the position, please contact Head of Global Controlling Andrew.Clarke@kua.fi

Please apply using the link no later than 24 March 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is Finland’s largest development co-operation organisation and the second biggest organisation in Finland working in humanitarian aid. FCA is a founding member of the international aid alliance of churches, ACT Alliance. We seek positive change by supporting the most vulnerable people in fragile contexts. We specialize in supporting local communities’ right to peace, livelihoods and quality education. Qualified and interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy.  

FCA has zero tolerance concerning aid diversion and illegal actions and may screen applicants against international lists to ensure due diligence and compliance with Anti-money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism requirements.  

FCA has a Safeguarding policy and zero tolerance against child abuse and sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), and participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures. FCA is certified against the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS).

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