Vacancy: Finance officer

40 hours/week

Are you interested in working on energy, industrialisation and finance, and do you have experience in policy-oriented research and projects? We are looking for a research assistant to join our team on climate action and green industrialisation.

Who are we?

We are ECDPM – a leading independent 'think and do tank' that wants to make policies for Europe, Africa and other key partners work for inclusive and sustainable development.

Our more than 50 staff members from over 25 countries worldwide provide independent research, advice and practical support to policymakers, advisors and practitioners in Europe, Africa and beyond. Our focus is on EU foreign policy and policies related to digital affairs, climate and green transformation, peace and security, migration, governance, sustainable food systems, regional integration, business, finance and trade.

About the role

Invoices, payments, budgets, contracts. All sorts of things appear on your screen. Fortunately, you don’t just see isolated numbers—you see the story behind them. You process incoming invoices and bank transactions, make payments, prepare invoices, and keep a close eye on cash flow. Accounts receivable? You never lose sight of them.

But this role goes beyond day-to-day administration. You regularly dive into project budgets, contracts, and forecasts. You assess what financial agreements mean in practice. You support budgeting and controlling. And you help colleagues in Maastricht and Brussels clarify financial issues. Your goal? Projects that are substantively strong and financially sound.

You also play an important role behind the scenes. You assist with audits, handle VAT and CBS filings, and keep an eye on payroll administration. Meanwhile, you’re always on the lookout for smart improvements. A process that could be faster? A system that could be set up more efficiently? Chances are you’ll be the first to spot it. Because in addition to analyzing numbers, you get just as much energy from improving and automating processes.

Who are we looking for?

The candidate we are looking for:

Has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and administration.
Has three to eight years of working experience in accounting and administration.
Is fluent in (written and spoken) English and Dutch.
Has advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel.
Preferably has experience with Exact.
Likes to work in a multicultural environment.
Has effective (oral and written) communication skills.
Is able to participate in operational and strategic projects.
Is able to prioritise, respect deadlines and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
A high level of Dutch is mandatory

What do we offer you?

One-year contract with ECDPM in Maastricht (occasional travel to Brussels).
Minimum of 32 hours per week.
A competitive remuneration package with a salary commensurate with experience, ranging between €3,400 to €5,400 gross per month.
Annual holiday pay and an end-of-year allowance.
A generous leave package of 47.6 days per calendar year, based on a 40-hour work week.
An individual annual professional development budget.
A lot of room to grow and learn.
A home in an international and dynamic organisation.
Flexible working hours and the possibility to work partially from home.
A collegial working environment with centre-wide activities for staff.
An exciting working environment focused on addressing pressing international challenges.

How to apply?

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send us your CV and motivation letter to jobs@ecdpm.org. You will be contacted by our external recruitment team. The deadline for applications is Sunday, 30 June 2026, midnight CET. We will only look at applications that are on time, complete and in English.

Selected candidates will be invited for an online interview.

The preferred starting date is as soon as possible following the recruitment process.

More information

We believe that diversity is good for our people and our organisation. We promote and value diversity and inclusion among our staff and candidates – irrespective of their gender, age, nationality, race, culture, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability.

If you would like to receive more information about working at ECDPM, please get in touch with Marleen Ackermans via jobs@ecdpm.org.

For more information about ECDPM and our areas of work, please have a look at our website.