Are you an enthusiastic and committed professional looking to work in a rapidly growing non- profit organization? Then we are looking for you!
About Max Foundation
Max Foundation is an international nonprofit organization (INGO) committed to providing a healthy start in life for every child. With an annual program budget of €6 million and 55 employees, our head office is located in Amsterdam. Our operations impact 3 million people and extend to vulnerable communities globally, with a current focus on Bangladesh and Ethiopia, and plans to expand further into sub-Saharan Africa.
The Way We Work
Through our programs we design, implement, test and eventually scale innovative solutions in safe water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), nutrition, food security, and maternal health, all with the ultimate goal of improving child health. We support entrepreneurs to play a key role in providing solutions to the complex challenges faced by children, their families and their communities. With evidence and learnings from our integrated solutions, we influence the development sector and governments to apply them on a broader scale, tackling problems from multiple angles.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated team member who will ensure the timely and accurate
recording of our data, serving as the basis for reliable reports for the team and donors. To excel in this role,
you need to be stress-resistant, flexible, and able to maintain a clear overview. This dynamic position
requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced work environment. You will report to the controller/financial manager.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Regular Financial/Accounting Tasks.
o Processing purchase and sales invoices and expense claims.
o Managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and project administration.
o Preparing weekly payments and fund requests.
o Resolving outstanding items and issues in the bookkeeping.
o Keeping track of the bank accounts, credit card, and online donations.
2. Supporting the Financial Controller and the Programme Finance Officer in preparing reports,budgets, annual plans, departmental plans, annual reports, and periodic reports.
3. Managing and maintaining timesheet records.
4. Managing the administration mailbox for financial and administrative inquiries.
5. Being the point of contact for various ICT and system-related matters.
6. Managing the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and ensuring consistency with sub-ledgers.
7. HR Administration
o Supporting the (external) payroll administration
o Assisting with recruitment: posting job ads, drafting contracts, registering with the pension fund
o Keeping track of sick leave and vacation records
Profile of the ideal candidate
- MBO+/HBO level of education, demonstrated by relevant administrative training
Background in accounting. - At least 3 years of relevant work experience (experience in project administration is a plus).
- Proficiency in English – both written and spoken; Dutch is a plus.
- Experience with AFAS Online is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills and service-oriented attitude.
- Accurate, detail-oriented, and highly responsible; comfortable addressing more senior colleagues about administrative requirements.
- Knowledge of and insight into the (financial) administrative setup of an organization.
- Analytical, flexible, and hands-on mentality, with a proactive approach to improving
(administrative) processes.
We offer an exciting position in a relatively small but dynamic work environment with a hands-on
mentality, where professionalism is highly valued.
Interested?
For more information, visit www.maxfoundation.nl. To apply, send your motivation letter and
CV by November 5 to info@maxfoundation.nl.
Applications will be processed in the order they are received.
