INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING OFFICER - FRANCE
Organization: Action Against Hunger France
Closing date: September 3, 2026
About: Action Against Hunger
Founded in 1979, Action Against Hunger is an international non-governmental organization that fights hunger worldwide. Its charter of humanitarian principles—independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency—has defined its identity for 45 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies related to conflicts and natural disasters.
Action Against Hunger coordinates its programs around seven areas of activity: Nutrition and Health; Mental Health and Psychosocial Support; Food Security and Livelihoods; Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene; Advocacy; Climate; and Research. In 2024, Action Against Hunger assisted more than 26 million people in 57 countries around the world. www.actionagainsthunger.org
Assignment:
Under the supervision of the Head of International Accounting, you will be responsible for supporting the analysis and reconciliation of donor receivables, intercompany transactions, and the accounting records of our countries of operation.
More specifically, your responsibilities will include:
- Implementing legal accounting processes and ACF procedures defined for the cycles under your direct responsibility, and occasionally for others
- Managing the cycles within your scope: Regular analysis, semi-annual review, and justification to statutory auditors;
- Contributing to the smooth operation of the department by optimizing our tools and procedures and supporting other activities;
- Ensuring the accounting follow-up of international financing and grants awarded by institutional and private donors;
- Guaranteeing the reliability of accounting operations related to financing, the monitoring of receivables, and the proper allocation of receipts;
- Participating in accounting closings, particularly the revaluation of foreign currencies and the accounting of exchange rate differences.
- Perform accounting and banking reconciliations, produce the financial reports necessary for monitoring financing, and contribute to the preparation of internal and external audits.
- Support the continuous improvement of accounting procedures and tools in conjunction with the finance and operations teams.
Profile:
You hold a degree in Finance (such as a BTS in Accounting and Management) and have at least three years of professional experience in a similar role, including accounts receivable and managing multi-donor funding.
You have advanced knowledge of accounting principles, accounting software, and an ERP system, and are proficient in Excel.
Knowledge of foreign exchange transactions and experience in the non-profit sector are highly valued.
You are known for your organizational skills, attention to detail, and diplomacy.
Working in an international environment, you are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Employment conditions
Status: Integrated Manager, Class 7 - 4-month fixed-term contract - Full-time
Location: Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis)
Salary: From €37,000 to €44,000 gross per year over 13 months depending on experience Seniority bonus after 3 years of service at headquarters (For permanent positions)
Benefits: 25 days of paid leave per year and 21 days of RTT (reduced working time) Health and life insurance coverage: 80% covered by ACF Salary maintenance schemes (illness, maternity, paternity)
Transport allowance: 50% reimbursement of the flat rate between home and workplace Meal vouchers (Up Lunch Card):
60% covered by the association for a value of €8 Works council social benefits (gift vouchers, reimbursement of cultural activities, etc.)
Teleworking: Teleworking open to all from mainland France
A mandatory presence at headquarters of 1 day per week has been defined for this position.
Mandatory group on-site time imposed by the employer: for group meetings and events (up to 3 days per month) and 2 days of mandatory presence upon joining the team.
Teleworking allowances
Training: Unlimited and free access to the Talentsoft e-learning platform.
ACF is committed to people with disabilities and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.
How to apply: