The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) represents the world’s working people through 340 member organisations in 169 countries. We are the largest democratically elected movement in the world.
Job Description
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Overall responsibility for ITUC’s financial operations and long-term financial health.
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Management of financial planning, reporting, compliance and financial risks.
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Direct the finance and accounting teams, represent the ITUC in facilities management organisations.
Finance (85%)
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Ensure adherence to legal responsibilities of the organisation e.g. social security and taxation matters, accuracy of accounting and financial statements; ensure compliance with donor requirements.
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Prepare budgets, financial documents, policies and reports for ITUC Governing Bodies, Internal and External Auditors; Prepare audited annual accounts of related associations and limited liability companies.
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Manage financial audits and ensure compliance to applicable Belgian and International Accounting and Audit Standards; Monitor the accounts of decentralised offices.
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Approve and monitor grant application budgets. Ensure timely reporting to donors on grant contracts.
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Oversee the monitoring of payment of affiliation fees and prepare related decisions.
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Ensure efficient financial management systems and reporting to align finances to the objectives of the organisation.
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Monitor cash flows and propose sound treasury management and investment policies.
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Ensure clear and accurate accounting of special purpose funds and earmarked funds.
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Support the director of Human Resources on payroll, salary grid, fiscal and social security aspects.
Facilities management (15%)
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Actively participate in the day-to-day management of the International Trade Union House (accounting, financial reporting, governance etc.)
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Act as an Administrator of the International Trade Union House.
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Act as an Administrator of the Maison Syndicale Internationale.
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Responsible for preparing all statutory meetings of both organisations.
Person Specification
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Degree in financial management, economics/accounting or equivalent.
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Relevant experience in financial management.
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Senior level experience in accounting and audit, preferably in a not-for-profit environment.
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Strategic thinking.
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Affinity with the international trade union movement.
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Proven knowledge of Belgian accounting legislation.
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Serious experience in international audit environment.
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Sound knowledge of Belgian social security and fiscal legislation.
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Proven ability to lead and be a team player in a complex multi-cultural environment.
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A high level of discretion and an ability to operate in a democratic system of governance.
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Excellent skills in analytical accounting and in developing reports. Knowledge of Business Central Dynamics is a strong asset.
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Fluency in English and French is essential; Spanish is an asset.
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Availability to undertake international travel as required and once appointed to live within daily commuting distance of the ITUC headquarters.
The ITUC offers an attractive salary and significant extra-legal benefits.
The ITUC is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage appropriately qualified candidates, especially women, candidates from developing countries, and minorities to apply.
Closing date: 31 August 2025, 17:00 Brussels time
Applications: CV and cover letter should be sent in English to HR at [email protected]
The final selection will be subject to an interview, written and possible external assessment process.
