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 now recruiting a Financial Controller is part of the Country Operations Europe in Skopje, North Macedonia. The employment is a fixed-term position with a six months’ probation period. Start date 17 August 2026. The position assumes close collaboration with the members in the programme team and the Global Finance and Compliance team, under supervision of the COEU Financial Controller. 

Main responsibilities  

The position is a 16 months fixed-term contract that assumes responsibilities related to the Country Operations Europe programme. The Financial Controller is to ensure a professional and efficient financial management of We Effect’s supported projects, quality assurance and support to partner organisations of the Country Operations Europe.  

The position is part of the country operations team and assumes close collaboration with the members of the programme unit under the supervision of the COEU Financial Controller.  

The financial controller will also be supporting the country operations team in developing and documenting processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and donor specific regulations.  

About you 

To succeed in this role you are interested in gaining experience and contribute to a good working environment in an international organization with vast experience supporting development projects. You are sharing the values of We Effect. You have some experience from the NGO sector with finance and administration for projects and are ready to take on the challenge of building up a strong and efficient financial and administrative routine for the project. You have the ability to build good relations, comfortable to work independently as well as part of a team. You have knowledge of accounting principles and procedures and experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process. You are familiar with usage of accounting software users and have excellent administration skills.  

You have a sense for details, are solution-oriented and able to work deliverables towards deadlines. You actively contribute to developing your own role and function for the smooth implementation of the project. When the situation allows, you are willing and able to travel. We Effect´s working language is English, you must be a proficient user and comfortable using English in an everyday setting.  

 Example of tasks  

• Ensure compliance with specific donor regulations, as well as general good practices and international accounting standards;  

• Consolidated financial reporting to Country Operations Europe office.  

• Preparing financial reports to donors in accordance with signed agreements.  

• Plan, implement, and follow up on financial compliance monitoring and capacity-building activities for partner organisations within the Europe programme.  

• Responsible for archiving of financial documentation in accordance with local laws and We Effect regulations.  

• Responsible for the consolidation, exchange rates handling/monitoring, liquidity planning, bank, reconciliations, ensuring the quality of supporting documentation etc.  

• Maintain a close dialogue with Financial Controller and programme unit regarding the follow-up of budgets, periodic budget revisions, financial reports and requests for funds  

• Monitor procurement processes in all levels of the project  

• Coordinate and support the annual financial audit process, securing audit deliverables are produced as per contract and audit plan; 

Required qualifications 

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

• Minimum three years experience in financial management and administration of projects.  

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications preferably advanced use of Excel.  

• 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 

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

• Oral and written communication in national minority languages. 

• Driving licence. 

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 planet 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, (comprising a base salary plus and percentage based on years of service in PIOM, in line with the selected candidate’s work history) 

• Mandatory national social and health contributions 

• Annual bonus (commonly referred to as a “13th salary”) 

• Life insurance 

• Private health insurance 

• 25 days of paid annual leave, plus 5 additional compensation days 

• Keep Fit allowance 

• 1 hour per week included in working hours dedicated to fitness/wellbeing 

Application 

Apply by uploading your CV and cover letter to Impactpool no later than 21 June 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 email info.europe@weeffect.org.  

The employment is a 16 month contract, with a six months’ probation period.  

You are expected to be available from 17.08.2026.  

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.