Financial controller

We Effect is a development organisation founded by the Swedish cooperative movement in 1958 to support the development of democratic organisations and societies. In our international development cooperation programmes, we are applying a human rights-based approach supporting people living in poverty to secure their rights. We Effect works in around 20 countries in Asia, Europe, Latin America and Africa through our regional offices in partnership with local CSO’s, farmer organisations, cooperative federations and other democratic organisations. For more information, see www.weeffect.se/www.weeffect.org/ https://latin.weeffect.org/

We Effect is recruiting a Financial Controller as part of a team working with MSD approach on a programme in North Macedonia. The workplace is based in Skopje. The employment is a fix-term position till the end of the project. The probation period is six months. Start date 20th of April 2026 or sooner.

Main responsibilities

The position is under the We Effect IISEE Phase II Programme[1] (Income Increase and Socio-Economic Empowerment of Vulnerable and Marginalized Groups from Rural and Sub-Urban Areas) and the main responsibilities are to ensure a professional and efficient financial management of the programme, quality assurance and support to partner organisations in North Macedonia.
The position assumes close collaboration with the members in the programme team and the Global Finance and Compliance team, under supervision of the Team Leader.

About you

To succeed in this role, you should be knowledgeable and experienced in accounting and finance, specifically with hands-on experience in financial management of programme budgets, financial planning, design and reporting, as well as compliance with donor agreements. This position is central in developing, monitoring, and revising budget for the IISEE programme, supporting co‑funding arrangements that secure the programme’s financial sustainability, managing accounting processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across internal operations, partners, and donors.

You are motivated to contribute to a strong financial and administrative routine and can work both independently and collaboratively in an international development environment. You are solution-oriented, detail-focused, and ready to contribute to resource mobilization for co-funding of the programme, budget proposal preparation, and budgeting deliverables.

You share the values of We Effect and are interested in a professional environment that supports development programmes. You are proficient in English and comfortable using it in daily professional settings.

You have knowledge of accounting principles and procedures and experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end closing process. You are familiar with usage of accounting software user and have excellent administration skills.

Example of tasks

·         Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts in line with donor regulations, international accounting standards, and We Effect policies.

·         Revise budgets as needed to reflect changes in funding, programme priorities, or donor agreements.

·         Support resource mobilization efforts for the IISEE Programme by designing co-funding and providing financial analysis

·         Book, analyze, and monitor consolidated accounting records for the IISEE programme in We Effect’s financial system Xledger, perform bank reconciliations and prepare periodical and annual programme financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

·         Ensure accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting to We Effect Global Finance and Compliance team and donors according to signed agreements.

·         Review and monitor financial reports submitted by partners, identify and address discrepancies or risks in partner financial practices.

·         Plan, carry out and follow up financial compliance monitoring and capacity building of partner partners within IISEE  programme.

·         Responsible for maintaining and archiving financial documentation, both electronical and hard copies, in accordance with local laws and We Effect regulations.

·         Manage financial operations including exchange rates monitoring, FRAS follow up, partners absorption of funds, liquidity planning, due payments; and quality of supporting documentation etc.

·         Cooperate with the programme team and Global Finance and Compliance team regarding the follow-up of budgets, periodic budget revisions, financial reports and requests for funds

·         Monitor procurement processes in all levels of the programme - make sure that the procurement file is complete, correct, and compliant to the We Effect’s procurement policy, during the procurement process and before payment.

·         Coordinate and support the annual financial audit process, securing audit deliverables are produced as per contract and follow-up of audit findings and ensuring approprpiate corrective actions and measures proposed are in place and executed;

Required qualifications

·         University degree or equivalent in economy, business, or related field.

·         Minimum five years’ experience in financial management and administration of programmes.

·         Strong knowledge of accounting and financial principles, general ledger functions, and books closing.

·         Competency in Microsoft Office application preferably advanced use of Excel.

·         Knowledge or experience in Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

·         Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

·         Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Macedonian.

·         Excellent interpersonal skills to contribute to the positive reputation of the organisation.

·         Work permit in North Macedonia

Merits:

·         Driving license

·         Oral and written communication in national minority languages

·         Knowledge on MSD methodology

What we can offer you:

We will give you the opportunity to make a real difference – within our organisation and in our joint work for a sustainable plante free from poverty. We challenge the status quo and encourages innovation. Our values Transparency, Respect and Together, guide us in our work and as colleagues forming our organisational culture. We are an intercultural organisation where diversity and inclusion are our corner stones. We welcome you as you are, and value a wide range of perspectives, experiences and networks and we strive for a workplace where you can bring your whole self to work. It is our belief that an inclusive workplace without discrimination of any kind, leads to more efficient relations and results with healthy, engaged, and growing co-workers. 

Compensation Package:

The compensation package includes:

·        Net salary, subject to negotiation (comprising of base salary + % for years of service depending on the selected candidate’s work history in PIOM)

·         Compulsory national social and health contributions

·         Annual bonus (so-called “13 salary”)

·         Life insurance

·         Private health insurance

·         25 days paid annual holiday + 5 compensation days

·         keep fit grant

Application

Apply by uploading your CV and cover letter to Impactpool no later than 31st of March 2026. Your application documents should be in English.  If you are experiencing technical difficulties uploading the application on Impactpool we will accept submission of the application via e-mail info_roeu@weeffect.org.

The employment is a fix-term position for 36 months. The probation period is six (6) months. You are expected to be available from 20th of April 2026 or sooner, if you are available.

Please note that the position requires that the candidate have permission to live and work in North Macedonia.

We look forward to receiving your thoughtful application. Your time in preparing your application is much appreciated, however only appropriately qualified candidates of interest will be contacted.

Kindly note that applications will be reviewed as they come.

We Effect works actively with diversity and inclusion in the organisation. We welcome applicants regardless of sex, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnicity, religious belief, political opinion, national extraction, social origin, HIV/AIDS status, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, and/or trade union membership or activities.

For more information

Katerina Shojikj,  IISEE Team Leader, Email: katerina.shojikj@weeffect.org

Maja Deliolanova, People, Finance & Administration Officer, Country Operations Europe/People & Culture Email: maja.deliolanova@weeffect.org 

Misconduct

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