Who We Are

The Social Change School, founded in 1997, is a leading global institution in international cooperation and third sector management. We've trained professionals from across continents and pioneered new approaches in social innovation, online learning, and humanitarian project management. Our alumni form the world's largest network of international cooperation professionals. We're driven by purpose, grounded in experience, and committed to empowering change through education.

Job Description

As the Administration & Financial Officer, you will oversee all essential financial and logistical operations of the school. Your work will directly support both our executive director and our didactic teams, ensuring precise financial tracking, efficient resource planning, and reliable administrative management. You will manage business unit accounting, prepare annual budgets, handle vendor payments, coordinate travel bookings, and support the didactics department with Excel data and time management reporting. Full onboarding, coaching, and training on our organizational culture and workflows will be provided during your initial phase.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing general accounting and financial records across our various business units
Managing fiscal consolidation, treasury tasks, client invoicing, and vendor payments
Conducting regular budget control and compiling the annual budget with the managing director
Preparing annual accounts, financial control reports, and liquidating relevant taxes
Coordinating analytical accounting, analytical reviews, and reporting on European project accounts
Handling administrative logistics, including travel bookings (flights, trains, car rentals) and maintenance services
Supporting compliance administration tasks related to privacy (GDPR) and workplace safety policies
Assisting the didactic department with Excel data elaboration and tracking staff task time management
What You Should Know

You will use your background in accounting, business administration, and office tools to ensure the financial health and operational smoothness of our educational programs. Your high attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and capacity to multitask will be key to maintaining our strict reporting standards. To thrive in this role, you will need a structured approach to numbers, a collaborative mindset to coordinate with international teams, and a natural affinity for working within the non-profit sector.

Essential qualifications:

Degree in Business Administration (ADE), Business Sciences, or a highly related discipline
Proven experience in handling project accounting, including financial reporting for European projects
Native or professional Spanish language skills (minimum C1 level) for handling regional paperwork
Solid professional communication in English (minimum B2-C1 level) for international coordination
Over three years of specific, demonstrable experience in administrative and financial management roles
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, specifically advanced Excel, and billing systems
High alignment with social impact goals, educational organizations, and non-profit sector values

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