Mensen met een Missie is an organisation for international cooperation and solidarity that aims to change beliefs that lead to hatred and violence. To do this, we’ve joined forces with around 100 partner organisations in Africa, Asia and Latin America. With people who have the courage to go against the current, who stick their necks out and stand up for justice, inclusion and equality. Together we facilitate dialogue between people on each side of a conflict. We inspire consideration and discussion of harmful beliefs, so that mutual hatred and mistrust can decrease. Our team in The Hague consists of about 25 people who work daily with passion and commitment, on building a world without violence.
To strengthen our Finance team, we are looking for a:
Business Controller
Contract: Full-time (32 – 36 hours)
Starte date: As soon as possible
The Business Controller will be part of a small and collaborative Finance team, together with the Project Controller and Finance Officer, and report to the Deputy Director.
A hands-on mindset is essential, as you will also contribute as a Project Controller. In this capacity, you will work closely with the Fundraising and Programme Management teams, acting as a financial advisor and sparring partner to ensure financial feasibility, transparency, and accountability of projects and funding proposals.
Role and Responsibilities
In close collaboration with the Deputy Director (responsible for Finance and Operations), the Business Controller ensures strong financial management across the organisation. This includes developing, monitoring, and adjusting budgets, analysing financial performance, and identifying risks and opportunities. The role combines analytical strength, strategic insight, and strong communication skills.
The Business Controller plays a key role in connecting financial data with broader organisational processes. You will support colleagues in developing budget proposals and and work alongside partners to ensure that budgeting and financial reporting is clear, consistent, and timely. You will ensure the quality, consistency, and timeliness of financial information provided. You will also oversee the accurate, complete, and timely processing of financial data in Exact Online and contribute to the ongoing improvement of financial systems and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure integrated and reliable financial and project administration
- Deliver timely, high-quality financial and project reports, including balance sheet and income statement analyses
- Prepare annual accounts in line with RJ 650 standards, including BSD score and WNT reporting
- Develop budgets, liquidity forecasts, and capital reports
- Manage and monitor budgets, including reviewing project proposals and grant applications
- Ensure accurate payroll administration and HR-related financial processes
- Prepare and coordinate internal and external audits
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and audit protocols
- Act as a primary contact for financial matters internally and externally (e.g. auditors)
- Contribute to decision-making by presenting financial insights in management and supervisory board meetings
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement in financial processes
- Support internal teams and international partners with budgeting, reporting, and funding applications
- Coordinate with programme coordinators on project progress and financial performance
Required Profile, Experience and Knowledge
You bring a combination of financial expertise and a collaborative, supportive approach:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO level) in Finance or a related field
- Proven experience in a (Business) Controller role, preferably within an international NGO or with donor-funded programmes
- Experience with financial systems and project administration (knowledge of Exact Online and ProjectConnect is an asset)
- Strong analytical and organisational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and accessible way
- A proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset
- Fluent in Dutch and English; French is an advantage
- Affinity with the mission and vision of Mensen met een Missie
Our offer
- We offer a meaningful and challenging role within a committed, internationally oriented organisation, where your work contributes directly to social impact.
- You will join a professional and supportive team with short communication lines and room for initiative and development.
- Our office is located in The Hague, close to Central Station and surrounded by a green environment, offering a pleasant and accessible workplace.
- Employment conditions are in accordance with the Dutch Social Work Collective Labour Agreement (CAO Sociaal Werk).
- Salary is based on experience and qualifications.
Interested?
We like to invite you to apply by sending your motivation letter along with your CV before 12 April to: sollicitatie@mensenmeteenmissie.nl.
The first round of interviews will take place in the week of 20 April. For more information, please contact Christina Maasdam at +31 6 58 97 00 78 or christinamaasdam@mensenmeteenmissie.nl
Mensen met een Missie values diversity and inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of religion, background, gender, sexual orientation, or age. We kindly invite applications from candidates who are currently residing in the Netherlands.
Please note: this is a salaried position (not freelance).
We kindly ask recruitment agencies not to respond to this vacancy.