Remote-Eligible Finance & Compliance Specialist

The-German-Marshall-Fund-of-the-United-State; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 247,000; Part time

Job summary

The German Marshall Fund of the United States is seeking a part-time Financial & Compliance Assistant for its Brussels Office. The 40% time role (2 days per week) includes remote work possibilities and focuses on payroll documentation, salary calculations, and donor-compliant reporting under international standards.

You will coordinate with the Grants team, review vouchers and timesheets, and ensure accurate financial records across all activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; Master’s considered an asset.
• 1–3 years in project financial assistance, grant management, or related field.
• Experience with EU and/or German donors is advantageous.
• Fluent written and spoken English; Ukrainian or German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and reconcile monthly pay slips, contracts, and leave records.
• Prepare monthly Salary Cost Calculations with net working days and gross salaries.
• Maintain monthly Timesheets and ensure signatures and allocations.
• Audit and organize financial documents, invoices, and receipts.
• Prepare procurement documentation and track project assets.
• Support financial reporting templates and donor communications.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365

MS Office

Job description

The German Marshall Fund of the United States is seeking a part-time Financial & Compliance Assistant for its Brussels Office. The 40% time role (2 days per week) includes remote work possibilities and focuses on payroll documentation, salary calculations, and donor-compliant reporting under international standards.

You will coordinate with the Grants team, review vouchers and timesheets, and ensure accurate financial records across all activities.