Technical Accounting Oversight 

Act as a key accounting reference for operational finance teams, providing expert advice on bookkeeping, balance specifications, financial statements, complex balance sheet transactions, and audit preparation. Ensure effective application of global accounting policies, procedures, and controls, and proactively identify and address accounting risks or inconsistencies. 

Quality, Compliance, and Delivery 

Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of operational accounting outputs in line with global standards and deadlines. Monitor operational risks, workload, and delivery timelines, flag issues and trends early, and strengthen internal controls to safeguard financial integrity across operations. 

Audit, Systems, and Continuous Improvement 

Lead the team’s inputs to audit preparation and follow-up for country programs, working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute directly to process, system, and ERP changes from an operational accounting perspective, including hands-on support for system transactions, issue resolution, and practical improvements in day-to-day ways of working. 

What We’re Looking For 

• You are a team lead who enjoys making daily work run well. You bring structure, energy, and a positive attitude, helping people stay focused even when priorities shift. 

• You combine technical accounting credibility with a hands-on leadership style. You know how to translate standards, procedures, and deadlines into clear daily priorities, and you are willing to step in directly when the team needs support. 

• You are steady, approachable, and resilient. You build strong working relationships with country programs and colleagues across Finance, and you help bring people along through a period of change without losing sight of quality and delivery. 

Candidate Profile 

• MSF experience is required, and experience with UniField is required 

• BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field 

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting or financial administration, preferably in international and country-based environments 

• Chartered accountant background or equivalent professional qualification is desirable 

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience supporting audits, financial reporting, and operational finance processes 

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is an asset 

• Fluency in English required, other MSF working languages are an asset 

• Willingness to travel to international MSF meetings or country programs 

• Preference will be given to candidates who already reside in either workplace location and hold a valid work permit. Relocation support is not provided. 

This is a meaningful opportunity to help make the new Finance structure work in practice. If you are motivated by leading daily delivery, supporting people, and strengthening the quality of operational accounting across MSF OCA, this role offers a direct and practical way to contribute to our humanitarian work. 

We Offer 

An exciting opportunity to join the Finance department within a major international organisation and play a practical leadership role supporting medical and humanitarian operations worldwide. 

This is a permanent role. We start off with a 12-month contract, with the intention of renewing based on performance. 

For Amsterdam-based candidates, this role is offered on a Dutch employment contract (40 hours/week), with a preferred start date of 1 September 2026. For Nairobi-based candidates, the employment offer will depend on applicable local terms and conditions. 

A gross monthly salary ranging between €4,269 and €5,877 (full-time). The exact salary depends on relevant work experience. 

A diverse working environment with colleagues from around the world representing various cultures and backgrounds. 

For Amsterdam-based candidates, the main benefits include: 

• 30 paid vacation days annually, contingent upon full-time employment status. 

• A competitive pension scheme 

• 8% holiday allowance, paid out with the salary every year in May 

• Commuting allowance & work from home allowance 

• Hybrid working option with a minimum of 3 days in the office, based on full-time employment 

• Learning & Development has your back with plenty of opportunities to grow your skills through exciting trainings and courses, both in-house and beyond 

• Discounted daily lunch at the office 

For Nairobi-based candidates, salary, benefits, and other conditions will be based on the local employment framework and applicable MSF terms and conditions. 

Application 

Do you recognise yourself in this profile, we welcome you to apply directly via our website and upload a letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English). 

The closing date for applications is: 19 July 2026. Selection will be by means of one interview round. A test will be part of the selection/interview process.

Interviews taking place in the week of 20 and 27 July 2026. 

Please note the application deadline specified above may be subject to change at MSF-Netherland’s discretion. 

Information 

For questions about the role or process, contact Johanna Wilflingseder (Team Recruitment) at johanna.wilflingseder@amsterdam.msf.org. 

***No agencies please***