Financial Controller for fair Fashion
Worldwide, around 60 to 75 million people work in the clothing industry. 85% are women - most of them young and vulnerable. On average, they work 6 days a week, 10 hours a day, with only a short lunch break, in unsafe and overheated factories without air conditioning. We are doing everything in our power to change this. Do you want to help? As our Financial Coordinator / Controller, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our financial foundation, enabling our international network to campaign effectively for human rights and justice in the supply chain.
The 5 highlights of this role:
📋 You oversee all financial operations of a global campaigning network—grants, budgets, reporting, and financial administration.
🎓 You bring at least 5 years of experience in financial management, with strong knowledge of EU grant compliance and fluent Dutch and English.
💰 €4.580/month (based on 40h) plus 8% holiday allowance and a fully-paid pension plan. All staff earn the same salary.
🌿 Work in a non-hierarchical, purpose-driven team, with hybrid flexibility, travel reimbursement, phone allowance, and 5+ weeks leave.
🌍 Your work enables systemic change in one of the world’s most exploitative industries—helping protect workers' rights around the globe.
Wat ga je doen?
As Financial Coordinator / Controller, you ensure that Clean Clothes Campaign’s (CCC) financial operations run smoothly and are aligned with our mission. You maintain oversight on our grant portfolio and budget implementation, ensure donor compliance, and support strategic decision-making with accurate reporting and financial analysis. You’re the sparring partner for our bookkeeper, grant managers, and project teams. Your responsibilities include:
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Managing donor & project financial reporting
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Preparing and reviewing budgets for new project proposals
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Producing financial monitoring reports and forecasts for the board
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Overseeing the financial administration (Twinfield system) and ensuring costs are allocated correctly to donors
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Reviewing financial reports from partner organisations and grantees
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Streamlining financial processes and introducing efficiency improvements
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Advising and training staff on financial procedures and donor requirements
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Leading budget holder & grant manager meetings
🙋♂️ Wie ben jij?
You’re a financial all-rounder who thrives in a mission-driven and collaborative work environment. You bring experience, structure, and a keen eye for both compliance and possibilities.
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At least 5 years of experience in financial management and grant oversight
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Familiarity with EU funding and donor reporting requirements
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Strong command of English and Dutch (spoken and written)
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A team-oriented mindset and comfort with non-hierarchical structures
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Pre: Experience with project-based finance in an international NGO
- Pre: Understanding of RJ650 reporting standards
Wie zijn wij?
Clean Clothes Campaign is the world’s largest alliance of labour unions and NGOs working to improve conditions in the global garment industry. We identify poor working conditions such as low wages, unsafe workplaces, discrimination, and more. In addition, we raise awareness and mobilize consumers; we lobby companies and governments; we organize joint training sessions with workers focused on mutual capacity building; and we run local and global labor rights campaigns. We played for example a pivotal role in the establishment of the Bangladesh Accord, a legally binding agreement aimed at improving factory safety.
Our global network includes over 230 trade unions and NGOs in 45 countries, connecting actors across the entire industry to advance our mission. The organisation hosts two teams: The International Office, which facilitates the network and global coordination, and the Dutch CCC team, focusing on campaigning and advocacy in the Netherlands. Together, we are supported by staff in HR, IT, Finance, Grant Management, and Fundraising. Our team of 25 works mainly from our Amsterdam office, with a few colleagues based in Brussels.
We have no executive director—our non-hierarchical structure is based on shared leadership and consensus decision-making. Coordination is managed by a Cross Team Body and we have a flat salary structure: all employees earn the same, regardless of position.
Waarom werken bij Clean Clothes Campaign?
Your work as Financial Coordinator directly contributes to social justice and labour rights worldwide. We offer:
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Salary: €4.580 (based on 40h), plus 8% holiday allowance. Every year, salary is adjusted for inflation.
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Fully paid pension plan, €36 net phone allowance, general allowance (1% of salary), trade union contribution, commuting cost reimbursement
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Hybrid working options
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25 vacation days + office closed between Christmas and New Year
Ready to join us?
We actively strive for diversity and inclusion in our team. People from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.