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Finance Data Analyst

Brussels, Belgium

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Based in Brussels and active in over a dozen countries, the European Institute of Peace (www.eip.org) is an independent organisation working collaboratively with the parties to the conflict, those who represent people suffering from insecurity or at risk of violence, as well as European decision-makers and the conflict prevention, resolution and mediation community.


We provide practical experience, technical expertise, and policy advice on conflict resolution. We use a variety of tools to help us do this, including analysis, mapping and design of peace processes and agreements, facilitating policy discussions, and proposing practical engagement, for example through inclusive dialogue and mediation support. 


Are you captivated by our innovative approach to peace, and do you want to contribute to the mission of our institute? Do you share our vision for a world where people live in safety and peace because conflicts and grievances are resolved through inclusive dialogue and lasting political agreements?


We are looking for a Finance Data Analyst to support the Institute’s Finance team.

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Your place in the team
The Finance and Data Analyst supports EIP in maintaining financial procedures & systems, budgeting, management accounts and record keeping to ensure quality, transparency and accountability.



You will

Accounting and financial analysis: 

  • Assist in the overall financial operations and accounting procedures, such as reconciliation of accounts, registration of partners reports, deferred and accrual accounts, etc; 
  • Assist in the payment requests reviews, requests for additional information, and ensure that payments with the finance team continue to move through proscribed process; 
  • Ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting of the overhead recoveries and core costs allocation; 
  • Calculating and managing of staff costs and encoding the allocations of staff time to the accounting; 
  • Provide main support on year end closing and audit requirements; 
  • Support the Senior Finance Manager and Chief Operating Officer in implementing financial analysis to ensure efficiency and Management control system in EIP; 
  • Ensure that analytical codes are up to date in WinBooks; Support the Finance and Accounting team as needed. 

Budgeting & Reporting:

  • Support to programme teams in managing budgets and controlling expenditures;
  • Following of grants through monthly meetings with project teams;
  • Ensure compliance with internal and donor reporting requirements, including budgets and financial reporting to specific deadlines;
  • Contribute to the design, development and roll-out of management tools, specifically in relation to compliance protocols and financial reporting;
  • Support for issues and questions related to budgeting tools;
  • Participate in relevant meetings relating to the grants and their respective management;
  • Controlling and managing of timesheet tools, and maintaining connection with the budget;
  • Analysis and assisting of project teams in management of staff cost coverage;
  • Improvement and implementation of existing systems;
  • Overall assistance and data analysis through use of Microsoft Excel.


Your skills and experience
  • Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
  • Minimum three years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, accounting or financial reporting.
  • Experience working in an international non-profit organisation and/or donor-funded environment is highly desirable.
  • Experience using accounting software and financial reporting systems (WinBooks is an asset).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query and financial modelling.
  • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.
  • Good understanding of accounting principles and budgeting processes.
  • Experience with donor financial management is an asset.
  • Knowledge of Power BI or other reporting tools is desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive, collaborative and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Excellent written and spoken English; French or Spanish is an asset.


What we are offering

 An exciting job in an international and diverse environment (18 nationalities represented at the Brussels Office)
 Open-ended Belgian contract
 Competitive Benefits package which includes health care insurance and pension plan, meal vouchers, transportation and telework allowance, and SIM card
 40h/week and 32 leave days/year 
 The possibility to telework 3 days a week


Start date: September 2026.

The selected candidate will need to reside in or relocate to Belgium when the employment contract starts.


Recruitment process

Closing date: 21/07/2027, midnight (CEST).


Please submit your application using the webform below.


Our hiring team will review all applications after the closing date of the vacancy. We will keep you informed on the status of your application.


EIP firmly believes that diverse perspectives are key to our work. Therefore we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusiveness. Your qualities and commitment are what matter to us, regardless of race, nationality, gender, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.


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