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Barnmissionen is looking for a Project Controller

Barnmissionen is a Christian organization that aims to work for a just world. Our vision is "A world where all people can live a dignified life." We work with social and humanitarian efforts focused on children, youth, and families, regardless of gender, ethnic, religious, or political affiliation.

By seeing and developing people's potential, we aim to create conditions for a dignified life.

Barnmissionen's mission is based on the Bible, where we are challenged to help the most needy, to work for justice and restoration for the poor and marginalized. In addition to direct support to vulnerable people, Barnmissionen works with development issues with a particular emphasis on entrepreneurship, education, health, and advocacy.

Are you our new Project Controller?

As a Project Controller at Barnmissionen, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the finances of our international projects and programs. You will support the International Department and the accounting economist, ensure accurate reporting, follow up on budgets, and identify risks. The role combines operational work with the development of routines and processes to ensure effective and controlled use of resources as well as high quality in our efforts.

Main responsibilities

• Be responsible for budgeting, financial planning, monitoring, and analysis of international projects and programs together with the International Department and accounting economist.
• Ensure correct handling and reporting of grants to institutional funders and follow internal and external financial guidelines.
• Support the International Department and regional office in financial matters, project applications, contracts, and decisions.
• Prepare forecasts, analyze deviations, and report to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review financial reports from partner organizations and contribute to quality assurance and compliance.
• Participate in the development and improvement of routines, templates, and processes for project and program finance, as well as for Barnmissionen's finances.
• Participate in internal and external audits and act as a contact person for auditors and funders.
• Contribute to the development of effective systems for financial management and conduct internal training in areas such as anti-corruption, contracts, and procurement.
• Be involved in the daily work of an accounting department.
• Participate in follow-up visits in operational countries and the daily work of the accounting department.

Relation to other functions

At Barnmissionen, there is an accounting economist responsible for ongoing financial work, including bookkeeping, accounting, year-end closing, and payroll management. The Project Controller is responsible for monitoring and analyzing project and program finances, budget work, and reporting to funders, as well as supporting the operations in financial matters. The roles complement each other by ensuring both accurate accounting and effective financial management.

Competence requirements and experience

• Relevant academic education in finance, economics, or a similar field.
• Several years of experience in budgeting, financial monitoring, and reporting, preferably within aid, international development work, or project-funded activities.
• Strong analytical skills and experience handling complex financial issues.
• Experience in grant-funded operations and reporting to governmental or institutional funders.
• Ability to work structured and independently.
• Good communication skills and experience explaining financial issues in an educational manner.

Meritorious

• Experience in financial work within non-profit organizations or aid activities.
• Experience with international projects including budgeting and accounting in multiple currencies.

Many of Barnmissionen's partner organizations have a Christian value base and work with social justice, support for the vulnerable, and human rights. Several collaborate with churches and local congregations to reach the most needy. To thrive in the role, it is important that you understand and enjoy working in contexts where a Christian value base is part of the operations, and can build good relationships with both religious and societal actors.

Other information

Location: Malmö

Scope: Full-time, permanent. We apply a 6-month probationary period.

Salary: By agreement.

Start date: By agreement.

Business trips: The work includes some business trips abroad and within Sweden.

Collective agreement: Employees within the civil society Unionen/ Employees within the civil society Academics' unions.

The Scandinavian Barnmissionen is a member of Fremia, and employees are covered by the collective agreement for health insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, and agreements on occupational pension.

We have an ongoing recruitment process.

Applications including CV should be sent via email to:

[email protected]

Questions about the position can be answered by Jennifer Larsson, HR and Administrative Manager

[email protected] Tel: 040-608 48 43

Bo Wallenberg, Secretary General.

[email protected] Tel: 040-620 04 41

In preparation for the recruitment work, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore kindly ask for no contact from media sellers, recruitment sites, or similar.