Financial Control & Revenue Coordinator

Vacancy Notice 1624

INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 Member Countries. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime.

INTERPOL actively encourages applications from women and nationals of member countries that are currently unrepresented among our staff (please this link to access the list of countries). Candidates from these countries are particularly encouraged to apply. 

INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization.

Job Title: Financial Control & Revenue Coordinator
Reporting To: Financial Controller
Location: Lyon

Type of contract: Fixed-term Contract
Duration (in months): 36.00
Grade: 4   
Number of post(s): 1
Level of Security screening: Basic

Deadline for application: 03 March 2026

Conditions applying for all candidates

Only professional experience for which candidates can provide official proof of employment will be considered. Candidates could be requested to provide copies of such official documents prior to interviews/test.

*Subsequent extension to this post will be subject to the terms of the Organization’s Staff Manual, to satisfactory performance and to availability of funds.

Tests/interviews in connection with this selection procedure will take place approximately 2-4 weeks after the deadline for applications. Applicants are kindly requested to plan their availability during this period; accordingly, in case they are short-listed.

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Selected candidates will be expected to report for duty approximately two to three months after receiving an offer of employment at the latest.

This selection exercise may be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future.

SUMMARY OF THE ASSIGNED DUTIES,

INCLUDING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE POST

The Executive Directorate Resource Management (EDRM) covers Finance and Corporate Services (FCS), and Human Resources Management (HRM). Within the FCS Directorate and under the supervision of the Assistant Director, Financial Affairs, the Financial Control & Revenue Coordinator is a key operational role within the Financial Controls Unit (FCU), reporting to the Financial Controller. This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of INTERPOL’s revenue cycle and financial controls framework. Key objectives include:

• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of accounts receivable records for statutory contributions from Member Countries, project sponsor payments, and Value Added Tax (VAT) reclaim processes.
• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools to optimize revenue forecasting, anomaly detection, reconciliation workflows, and compliance monitoring to enhance efficiency, reduce manual errors, and enable real-time financial insights.
• Coordinating financial controls through automation, reconciliation, and compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)/ International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) standards.
• Fostering robust external and internal audit outcomes through proactive documentation, transparency, and implementation of audit recommendations with AI-driven audit trail analytics to predict and prevent control gaps.
• Integrating financial systems and processes between finance, IT, audit and operational units, including the deployment and governance of AI-powered financial tools for predictive analytics and process automation.
• Providing insurance oversight to ensure the integrity, compliance, and adequacy of all organizational insurance programs.
• Providing interim leadership of the Financial Controls Unit in the absence of the Financial Controller, demonstrating decision-making, policy implementation, and team coordination capacity, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of innovation and technology-enabled financial excellence.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES

1: REVENUE AND ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE MANAGEMENT

• Manage all revenue streams, including statutory contributions from Member States, project sponsor payments, and VAT claims recovery (France, Regional Bureaus, Special Representative Offices).
• Review account information, correct discrepancies, and ensure that accounts are properly billed, and payments are collected.
• Conduct systematic periodic doubtful debtor reviews using AI-driven predictive models to identify at-risk accounts and prioritize collection efforts.
• Maintain records regarding payments and account status.
• Obtain information from other units to ensure records are accurate and complete.
• Collaborate with IT to implement and refine AI-enhanced automated invoicing and payment matching systems, reducing cycle time and improving cash flow visibility.

2: FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ANALYSIS

• Generate reports and statements for internal use.
• Analyze financial reporting information needs and provide input on the development and implementation of financial information systems.
• Participate in the design, testing, and deployment of AI-enabled financial reporting systems, including automated account reconciliations, dynamic variance analysis, and real-time dashboards for leadership decision-making.
• Assist with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, integrating AI tools

3: EXTERNAL AUDIT SUPPORT

• Streamline the external audit process by:

• Providing required documentation and information to external auditors.
• Assisting in responding to audit queries and requests for information.
• Collaborating with internal audit teams and external auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
• Implementing audit recommendations and corrective actions as directed by the Financial Controller.

• Collaborate with the audit team to ensure that all audit requirements are met and that the audit process is completed efficiently and effectively.
• Enhance project financial verifications with AI tools to detect patterns of irregularity across large datasets to take corrective measures.
• Utilize AI-powered analytics to pre-emptively flag control weaknesses and ensure that these are timely addressed to improve both accuracy and quality of financial information.

4: SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND COMPLIANCE

• Collaborate with the Information Systems Specialists responsible for the Organization’s Enterprise Resource Planning to ensure the effective integration of financial systems, including the ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) tool, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Budget, and Purchasing
• Lead the evaluation and integration of AI-driven financial automation solutions — including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) for repetitive tasks, intelligent document processing, and machine learning models for anomaly detection in transactions.
• Monitor the observance of proper systems, including segregation of duties, and implementing recommendations from internal and external auditors with the use AI tools to ensure ethical, transparent, and auditable frameworks.

5: INSURANCE OVERSIGHT

• Review and approve all insurance documentation prior to activation.
• Monitor policy terms, exclusions, and coverage gaps (e.g., kidnap & ransom, political violence, war risk).
• Strengthen compliance with international, host-country, and organizational legal frameworks.
• Lead annual insurance audits and vendor performance reviews.
• Oversee the maintenance of secure, centralized records and reporting risk exposure to leadership.
• Act as the trusted liaison between the organization, insurers, and brokers.
• Enforce standardized procurement protocols and uphold strict confidentiality.
• Explore AI-based risk modeling tools to assess emerging threats, optimize insurance coverage portfolios, and forecast potential exposures based on global event data.

6: TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Assume responsibility for the Financial Controls Unit as de facto deputy to the Financial Controller.
• Provide support and guidance to the Financial Controls Unit team members and may supervise dedicated team member(s).
• Optimize the development and implementation of financial control policies and procedures, including training staff on the ethical and effective use of AI tools in daily operations.
• Collaborate with the Financial Controller to ensure the effective management of the Organization's financial resources.
• Participate in meetings and discussions related to financial control and accounting matters.
• Define and implement a dedicated Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, available to other parts of the Organization, ensuring it integrates with AI analytics to improve stakeholder engagement and payment follow-up efficiency.

7: OTHER DUTIES

• Actively contributes to the Organization’s digital transformation agenda by identifying opportunities for AI and automation to enhance financial governance, reduce operational risk, and improve resource allocation.
• Perform any other duties as required by the hierarchy.

QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Education and qualification required:

• Three to four years’ education at a university or equivalent level of degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification in accounting, such as CPA, ACCA, or CMA.

Experience required:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit.
• Demonstrated expertise in:

• Full-cycle accounting on an accrual basis;
• Preparation and analysis of financial statements under IPSAS or IFRS;
• Reconciliation of complex accounts and management of receivables;
• Interaction with internal and external auditors, including responding to audit queries and implementing recommendations.

• Experience with overseeing insurance brokerage.
• Experience of working within a public sector / law enforcement environment/international organization would be an advantage.
• Proven experience in implementing or working alongside AI-driven financial tools (e.g., robotic process automation, machine learning for anomaly detection, automated reconciliation platforms) is highly desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required and proficiency in another official language of the Organization (Arabic, French, Spanish) would be an asset.

Abilities required:

• Expertise in IPSAS and/or IFRS.
• Proven ability to design and implement financial close processes and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling) and MS Office Suite.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar); experience with BI and Treasury systems preferred.
• Familiarity with AI and automation technologies in finance — including RPA, intelligent document processing, predictive analytics, and AI-powered audit tools — is a strong asset.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Ability to work independently under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to explain complex financial issues — including the role and impact of AI tools — to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and cultures in a multinational environment.
• High ethical standards and commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with a clear understanding of the governance, bias mitigation, and transparency requirements of AI in public sector finance.