Luvent Consulting GmbH, a Chemonics Company, is a leading international development consultancy specialising in private sector development, climate change and digitalisation. Our clients are major international donor organisations, including the European Union, the German development agencies GIZ and KFW, and the African and Asian Development Banks. They trust Luvent to deliver valuable and impactful solutions for complex societal, economic and environmental problems. With a proven track record of successfully implementing over 130 projects in more than 80 countries, Luvent has rapidly built a reputation for technical excellence in the development sector. As part of the Chemonics group, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. and London, we are embedded in a global network united by a shared mission and commitment to sustainable development.
We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join Luvent Consulting and support our company and project finances. Working under the guidance of the Senior Finance Manager, you will review and process incoming invoices, maintain accurate financial records, and support project controlling and reporting.
Our offer
- A varied finance role supporting international donor-funded projects.
- A friendly and multicultural working atmosphere with supportive team spirit and flat hierarchies.
- Guidance and mentoring from the Senior Finance Manager, with opportunities for professional development and increasing responsibility.
- Collaboration with international colleagues across the Chemonics network.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Hybrid office working - Berlin office 3-4 days per week
Responsibilities
- Review and process incoming supplier and consultant invoices, checking accuracy, supporting documentation and allocation to the correct project and budget.
- Coordinate and track the invoice approval workflow, resolve discrepancies with colleagues and suppliers, and prepare approved invoices for payment in line with internal procedures.
- Track invoice and payment status and maintain complete, organised financial records.
- Review expense claims and supporting documentation in line with company policies and donor requirements.
- Support project budget monitoring, financial reporting and the preparation of client invoices.
- Assist with reconciliations, month-end closing and the preparation of documentation for audits.
- Work closely with the Senior Finance Manager, Project Managers and accounting colleagues.
Experience & Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Initial experience in finance or accounting.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and an interest in project financial management.
- Good Excel skills; experience with financial software is considered an asset.
- Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills and a reliable approach to meeting deadlines.
- A collaborative working style and willingness to learn.
- Business proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken.
- Experience with international or donor-funded projects is an advantage.
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