Finance and Compliance Officer

Barnfonden is a politically and religiously independent child rights organisation based in Malmö, Sweden. Since 1991, we’ve worked to improve the lives of children around the world through rights-based, climate-aware, and community-driven development. As a member of the ChildFund Alliance, we support programmes across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, working alongside local partners to help children thrive at every life stage. A core programme funded through the generous support of over 20,000 Swedish sponsors and donors is supplemented by grants from major institutions such as Forum Civ/Sida, Radiohjälpen and the EU.


We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance and Compliance Officer to join our dynamic international programme team. The role is vital in ensuring strong financial quality, accountability, and compliance throughout the project cycle in line with Barnfonden’s and our donors’ requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of new grant applications, with a focus on project and programme budgeting.


• Ensure quality assurance and financial reporting for projects, including proper analysis and presentation of financial data.


• Coordinate and support audit processes, financial follow-up, and reporting to donors, partners, and internal stakeholders.


• Identify and monitor financial risks in collaboration with the Business and Project Controller.


• Support programme team with fund transfers, fund tracking, reconciliations, and reporting for projects.


• Review and ensure compliance with project agreements, budgets, and donor requirements.


• Assist in Barnfonden work with budget prognosis, monthly close processes and reconciliations.


• Contribute to desk audits and internal reviews of partners to strengthen financial accountability and transparency.


• Collaborate across departments and support other finance-related activities as required.

Who You Are

You are structured, proactive, and confident in managing deadlines, while also being flexible and collaborative. You combine professionalism with a strong sense of integrity and can build sustainable relationships with colleagues and partners across cultures. You are committed to financial transparency and contribute actively to the strategic goals of Barnfonden.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.


• Experience in financial follow-up, budgeting, project audits, and reporting to institutional donors (e.g. Sida, EU, Forum Civ).


• Experience in accounting and bookkeeping.


• Strong communication skills in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.


• Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail.


• Ability to interpret financial information and make informed recommendations.


• Relevant academic degree or equivalent professional experience.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to contribute to meaningful, child-focused international development programmes.


• A respectful, inclusive and international work environment.


• A flexible full-time role (70–100% negotiable).


• Professional development and growth in a trusted organisation.


• Office location: Malmö, with hybrid work arrangements available.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.


If you want to help shape a better world for children and bring both financial expertise and passion for development, we’d love to hear from you.

At Barnfonden, we strive for diversity and for our workplace to reflect the society we live in. We therefore welcome applicants who can contribute to diversity and further to Barnfonden's goal of being a workplace where everyone feels included. Please note that you must have the right to live and work in Sweden to apply for this role.

Duration: Full-time position (flexible 70–100%)

Start Date: Autumn 2025 (subject to final funding confirmation)

Application Deadline: September 12.