Since 2015, Kiron has been at the forefront of offering accessible, innovative educational solutions to refugees and underserved communities globally. With a comprehensive digital platform, Kiron Campus, we have supported over 100,000 learners with skills essential for the labour market, fostering academic, professional, and personal growth.
We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Accountant and Project Controller to join our dynamic finance team. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Head of Finance and Senior Controller to oversee accounting processes and financial control for the organization. You’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with German accounting standards, and being the go-to person for any financial questions from across the team.
Accounting & Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate daily financial records, process transactions (e.g., receipts, expenses, payments), and ensure compliance with German accounting regulations (e.g., VAT, invoicing).
Budget & Expense Management: Help track and allocate expenses to the correct cost centers, assist with reviewing project budgets, and contribute to updating financial forecasts. Ensure all financial planning aligns with donor agreements and organizational guidelines.
Financial Reporting & Documentation: Assist in the preparation of financial reports for internal teams and external stakeholders (donors, auditors), ensuring that financial documentation is accurate, compliant, and up to date.
Team Support & Communication: Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams and external advisors (e.g., auditors, tax consultants, and banks), providing financial guidance and clarifications as needed. Help teams understand financial processes and support smooth budget management.
Process Improvement & Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to enhancing financial processes across the organization, helping to ensure the accuracy and clarity of internal financial procedures. Document and share financial knowledge within the team.
Operational Support: Ensure the timely completion of financial tasks, such as month-end closings, expense reviews, and updating internal financial documentation. Assist in any operational requirements needed to keep the finance functions running smoothly.
Essential Experience:
A background in accounting and financial management, with familiarity in non-profit financial practices and German accounting standards.
Required Qualifications:
Completed vocational training (e.g., Steuerfachangestellte), degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly under time pressure.
Knowledge of financial software such as DATEV (experience with DATEV Unternehmen Online is a plus).
Proactive approach to identifying and solving challenges independently and in collaboration with teams.
Language Skills: Fluency in English (C2) and German (C2).
What make you stand out:
Experience in the non-profit sector and project controlling, as well as a desire to manage multiple projects while ensuring compliance. An interest in taxation would be a plus.
This profile draws on our experience of people who have been successful in this role in the past. We warmly encourage you to apply if you feel your experience and skills equip you for this job but are not listed here.
Our Perks-More than just a job
IMPACT: Seize the chance to make a meaningful difference by applying your expertise to secure vital funding that supports educational and refugee integration initiatives. Your contributions will directly help Kiron expand its reach and impact.
FLEXIBILITY: Work remotely or from our office at the Impact Hub Neukölln—create your ideal workday in coordination with your team and organizational needs.
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT: Take advantage of our commitment to continuous learning with 5 days of educational leave annually and a personal development budget to boost your professional skills.
BENEFITS: Enjoy 30 days of vacation, a competitive salary that values your talents, and a modern laptop to support your work efficiently.
Then please submit your application via this link.
You can expect at least two rounds of interviews and in some cases the completion of a task. We will inform you about the process in our first conversation. We will inform all applicants of the outcome of their application. If you have any questions about the position, please contact careers@kiron.ngo.
Kiron is committed to empowerment and inclusion and continuously works to create a diverse, safer and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all people - regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion, worldview or sexual orientation.