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Accounts Assistant EMBL

European Molecular Biology Laboratory

Heidelberg, Germany

Job Description

The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is one of the highest ranked scientific research organisations in the world. The Headquarters Laboratory is located in Heidelberg (Germany) and the outstations are in Grenoble (France), Hamburg (Germany), Hinxton (UK) and Monterotondo (Italy).

Reporting to a Supervising Accounts Officer, the post holder will be primarily responsible for the booking of supplier invoices, credit card payments and travel expenses, the supervision of French and American suppliers, and the control of a number of German and foreign bank accounts.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate has a good practical knowledge of bookkeeping and at least 1 year’s professional experience. (S)he will be familiar with creditor and bank transactions, as well as knowledge of prepayments and accruals, costs centres and cash flow. The candidate will work closely with other EMBL administration staff and suppliers and should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in either French or English is required, with a very good working knowledge of the second language. Additional knowledge of German is advantageous. Experience in working with an accounting package, preferably SAP, is necessary. A good working knowledge of the usual office software packages is desirable.

Application Instructions

Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs

Additional Information

EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation.

Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.