Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, EUROPE

REPORTS TO

Director, Operations 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A, may mentor junior staff members 

LOCATION

Remote or hybrid, depending on location and proximity to the organization’s office locations. Strong preference given to applicants residing in Belgium or the Netherlands. Some domestic and/or international travel may be expected 

JOB SUMMARY

The Accountant, Europe supports RAP’s international finance operations across multiple jurisdictions and legal entities, contributing to accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective grants financial management. This role partners with operations, payroll providers, external accountants, auditors, and banking institutions to support a complex global nonprofit environment. 

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who is comfortable operating across multi-currency environments, managing VAT and intercompany activity, improving financial processes, and supporting international compliance requirements. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys both operational accounting and building scalable financial practices within a mission-driven organization. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support the month-end and year end close across multiple entities 
• Prepare internal financial reports (cash flow, P&L, and departmental breakdowns). 
• Assist with reporting under multiple accounting frameworks, including local GAAP (particularly applicable to Belgium), US GAAP or IFRS 
• Manage intercompany billing, reconciliations, and settlements across global entities 
• Prepare and review VAT calculations and support VAT compliance across European jurisdictions 
• Support grants accounting, including tracking restricted funding, preparing financial reports for funders, and ensuring alignment between grant budgets and actuals 
• Provide documentation and support during external audits 
• Support annual audit and tax preparation processes and responses to auditor inquiries. 
• Coordinate with international banking partners for fund transfers, account monitoring, and reconciliation. 
• Collaborate with external partners on foreign entity accounting and ensure local compliance. 
• Assist in international payroll coordination by verifying time and payroll data and working with third-party providers. 
• Track and reconcile payroll entries, including tax filings and benefit deductions, in multiple jurisdictions. 
• Maintain RAP’s accounting software (Sage Intacct) and expense management platform (Nexonia), ensuring data integrity. 
• Participate in process improvements and documentation of financial workflows. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  High attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Clear written and verbal communication skills. 
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and adapt. 
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. 
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously 
• Strong analytical judgment 
• Systems and process orientation 
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and evolving environments 
• Cross-cultural collaboration skills 
• High degree of discretion and professionalism 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience 
• Experience in nonprofit, international NGO, consulting, or professional services environments strongly preferred 
• Demonstrated experience managing VAT accounting and compliance within Europe (particularly ASBLs in Belgium) required 
• Experience with grants accounting or funder reporting in a nonprofit or similar environment 
• Experience with intercompany accounting and multi-currency environments 
• Exposure to more than one accounting framework, such as local GAAP, IFRS, or US GAAP 
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Intacct strongly preferred) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP). 
• Experience with international finance and accounting principles and compliance (e.g., US, UK, EU). 
• Professional fluency in English required, fluency in Dutch, French and other global languages preferred 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Regular, Full-Time 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Belgium/Netherlands: €65K–€80K  
• Plus benefits in alignment with RAP’s current regional benefits packages.