Accountant, Finance & Operations, Paris / Comptable, Finances & Operations, Paris

SDSN Association; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave allowances

Flexible hybrid work policy

Job summary

SDSN in Paris seeks an experienced Accountant, Finance & Operations to manage accounting in a nonprofit environment, including general ledger, reconciliations, and Sage Intacct. The role covers Paris books, budgeting, and payroll entries with PayFit, collaborating with the New York office.

The candidate should have excellent English, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for detail to handle multiple tasks in a hybrid Paris-based setting with two teleworking days.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Anglo-Saxon accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Excellent English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work in a nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage entries in the accounting system (Intacct).
• Manage the Paris books, including compiling supporting documentation and archiving.
• Help manage the Paris bank account (payments, reconciliations).
• Prepare quarterly cash requests to the New York office.
• Help prepare the annual budget for the Management & Operations department.
• Help with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes.
• Payroll-related tasks in PayFit and payroll system upkeep.
• Review staff expense reports and donor invoices/reports.
• Assist with annual audits in New York and Paris.

Skills

Excel

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Tools

Sage Intacct

PayFit

Job description

Accountant, Finance & Operations, Paris / Comptable, Finances & Operations, Paris

CDI

The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary‑General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.

SDSN works closely with United Nations agencies, multilateral financing institutions, the private sector, and civil society. It is directed by Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs and operates through offices in New York, Paris, and Kuala Lumpur.

SDSN is seeking a self‑starter who can multi‑task and has solid knowledge in accounting and bookkeeping practices in a non‑profit environment. The candidate must be knowledgeable in complete accounting processes through general ledger and financial reconciliation, computerized accounting programs and other software (experience with Sage Intacct preferred). They must be able to work independently and as part of a dynamic, international team. They must have an impeccable attention for detail; strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills; and must possess the ability to work positively and supportively with all members of the organization.

• Finance and grant management:
• Manage entries in the accounting system (Intacct)
• Manage the Paris books, including compiling supporting documentation and archiving
• Help manage the Paris bank account (initiating payments, monitoring transactions, bank reconciliations, etc.)
• Prepare quarterly cash requests to the New York office
• Help prepare the annual budget for the Management & Operations department
• Help with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
• Prepare budget files for upload to the organization’s financial system
• Help with recording the Payroll for the New York office in the financial system and other bookkeeping activities as needed
• Help with preparing donor invoices and donor financial reports
• Review of staff expense reports
• Review and submit requests for affiliate reimbursements
• Payroll and human resources:
• Enter pre‑pay variables into the third‑party payroll system (PayFit)
• Manage staff/interns’ arrivals and departures and contractual changes in the payroll system
• Review monthly payroll and make corrections in consultation with the Financial Controller
• Process monthly salary tax declarations
• Monitor staff leave
• Audits:
• Assist with annual audits in New York and Paris and grant‑specific audits
• General administration:
• Manage the Paris office’s expense reimbursement and travel platforms, including setting up users and providing training
• Help with setting up users and providing training to program team members on the accounting software
• Contribute to revisions to the Finance Manual and the Employee Handbook
• Any other task that may be requested in the context of the responsibilities above.

• All candidates must have the right to work in France
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of Anglo‑Saxon accounting desired
• Knowledge of the financial system Sage Intacct is desired, but not required
• Excellent level of English both oral and written (staff communications and work are largely done in English)
• General knowledge of French labor law
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel and Word
• General knowledge of AI is desired
• This position requires a high level of attention to detail and organization, the capacity to multi‑task, and respond effectively to changing priorities

Location: Paris 9e and two days teleworking

Salary: €38 000 – €45 000 gross per year

Benefits: SDSN offers generous leave allowances and flexible, hybrid work policy. SDSN team members are given the opportunity to follow some of the most thought‑provoking discussions on sustainability. In their work, team members get the opportunity to meet and exchange with the some of the world’s greatest leaders in sustainable development – professors, economists, bestselling authors, educators, and academics. In addition to this, SDSN team is composed of brilliant, dynamic, sustainable development professionals that come from different countries and backgrounds. With such unique exposure and environment, each member of SDSN can learn and grow while doing the work they love and contribute with a positive impact.

Reports to: Financial Controller

Work authorization: SDSN does not sponsor visas, and therefore applicants must have the right to work in France.

SDSN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SDSN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, and physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.