Finance Officer - Network of European Foundations

NEF is seeking a Finance Officer to support robust and transparent financial management within a European organisation dedicated to philanthropic cooperation and the support of civil society.

The successful candidate will contribute to NEF’s effectiveness as a high‑performing organisation by supporting the day‑to‑day financial operations of NEF and its hosted philanthropic collaboratives. In this role, you will help ensure accurate financial processing, monitoring, and reconciliation across systems, contributing to the reliability of financial data used for reporting and budgeting. The position reports to the Senior Finance Manager.

About NEF:

NEF is an association of leading European foundations dedicated to strengthening philanthropic cooperation. We fund and support civil society in its work for social inclusion, democracy and international development – at the European and global level. We aim at better and more strategic collaboration between foundations. NEF is based in Brussels, at the Philanthropy House, it currently hosts 8 philanthropic collaboratives.

Main tasks

As Finance Officer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Financial Operations & Payments

• Support payment preparation, execution, and follow‑up
• Liaise with banks and maintain accurate transaction records
• Assist with internal audit preparation

• Accounting & Financial Monitoring
• Encode, track, and reconcile financial data across systems
• Check consistency between accounting and project financial records
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial standards

• Budget Monitoring & Support
• Support monitoring of project and organisational budgets and expenditures
• Assist with donor budgets and income tracking
• Flag budget risks or discrepancies and support team use of financial tools
  
  

• Other Key Responsibilities
• Support payroll and grantmaking financial processes
• Assist with grantee financial analysis
• Contribute to improving financial management tools

Qualifications & skills

• 3–5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial administration
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial tracking, and budgeting
• Experience supporting internal audits is an asset
• Exposure to non‑profit or philanthropic sectors is an asset
• Strong organisational, numerical, and time‑management skills
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and solution‑focused approach
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in a dynamic, international environment
• Tech‑savvy; familiarity with financial and accounting tools (e.g. Power BI, Yuki, or similar) is an asset
• Fluency in French and professional working proficiency in English

What we offer

• An indefinite, full-time (37.5 hours per week) contract based in Brussels

• Salary between Belgian gross 3.600€ et 3.800€  according to experience paid over 13,92 months
• A comprehensive benefits package, including meal vouchers, extra-legal holidays, a pension scheme, hospitalisation insurance, homeworking and phone allowances, and flexible remote working (1 day per week)
• The opportunity to contribute to a mission‑driven organisation strengthening philanthropic cooperation and empowering civil society across Europe and beyond
• An inclusive work culture that values diversity within a driven team

How to Apply

NEF is committed to creating an inclusive working environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or background. Selection is based solely on skills, experience, and alignment with NEF’s mission and values. If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, please let the recruiter know during your application process.

• Applications without cover letters will be dismissed.
• Please upload the required information via Workable Application Page. If you are on the page, please click the button at the bottom 'Apply for this job'. Thank you.
• The application deadline is Tuesday 19 of May 12:00 CET. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with first round of interview taking place in person at NEF Office (Philanthropy House, Rue Royale 94, 1000 Brussels) as soon as possible.
• EU Citizenship or a Belgian Residence Permit status required for this role.