Verein Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz
Bern
Senior Specialist: International Finance
- 28 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Bern
Job summary
Join us in creating a more humane world as a Senior Specialist in Finance! Be part of a dynamic team committed to impactful humanitarian projects.
Tasks
- Design and document the internal control system for international delegations.
- Consult and support delegations in financial processes and risk reduction.
- Train financial staff on processes and systems, ensuring smooth operations.
Skills
- Degree in business or accounting; experience in finance with IKS preferred.
- Strong IT skills, particularly in M365 and Excel.
- Proficient in German, English, and French or Spanish.
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About the job
Senior Specialist: International Finance
Join us in working towards a more humane world!
The Finance Department is seeking a committed individual from 1 March 2027 or by arrangement, to actively shape our international financial processes and the Internal Control System (ICS). In this versatile role, you will work closely with the worldwide IFRC delegations and make a direct contribution to impactful humanitarian projects.
What you can achieve
- Responsible for the design, establishment and documentation of the ICS in the international IFRC delegations as well as for the development and enhancement of related concepts and standards
- Advising and supporting delegations in the establishment and further development of financial processes, ICS tools and risk mitigation measures
- Training and professional support of finance officers in IFRC financial processes and systems
- Participation in the DEZA Group Audit and the annual financial statements
- Responsible for the correct and timely processing of international financial processes from project accounting to financial reporting
- Continuous development and digitalisation of financial processes
- Assuming the professional deputy role for the Head of Accounting in their absence for matters related to international activities
- Occasional field visits abroad (by arrangement)
What you bring
- Completed training in business administration and/or accounting/trust services, qualification as an auditor advantageous
- Several years of experience in accounting with ICS, ideally with project or international relevance
- Enjoyment of coordinating and advisory tasks in an intercultural environment
- High IT affinity (M365; MS Office and Excel; Business Central advantageous)
- Independent, structured and precise working style
- Very good German, English and French skills and/or Spanish skills (C1/C2)
What to expect from us
- Meaningful work in the international Red Cross environment
- Varied role with scope for creativity and responsibility
- Collaboration with committed colleagues at home and abroad
- Flexible working arrangements and possibility for remote work
How to join us
We look forward to receiving your complete online application (brief personal motivation, CV, diplomas and references) addressed to Mr Andrea Niederberger. For further information, Marianne Casagrande, Head of Accounting, is available at 058 400 44 63.
We only accept direct applications.
