Administrative Officer, Finance EMBL

European Molecular Biology Laboratory

Heidelberg, Germany

Staff Category: Staff Member
Contract Duration: 3 years
Grading: 4, 5 or 6, depending on experience and qualifications
Closing Date: 1 July 2012
Reference number: EMBO_00019

Job Description

EMBO stands for excellence in the life sciences. We enable the best science by supporting talented researchers, stimulating scientific exchange and advancing policies for a world-class European research environment.

EMBO Administration & Finance is responsible for controlling and reporting the finances of EMBO. Responsibilities include the oversight of budgets and payments for all of the activities of the organization. EMBO Administration & Finance is also responsible for the annual financial statement of EMBO.

EMBO is seeking an experienced administrative officer for EMBO Administration & Finance. The Administrative Officer provides a wide range of administrative support for activities including: invoice control; E-Banking; control of bank statements; entering data into the accounting system; assistance in the preparation of balance sheets; tax reports; correspondence; and filing.

In addition, she/he will assist in all other day-to-day transactions of EMBO Administration & Finance as delegated to her/him by the Head of Administration & Finance.

Qualifications and Experience

The Administrative Officer will ideally be a trained tax assistant or accountant, with knowledge of DATEV, Taylorix or Lexware systems. At least 5 years of practical experience is required. Knowledge of accounting in a not-for-profit organization according to Swiss and/or German law is an advantage.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work on several projects concurrently and is expected to work both autonomously and as part of a team. He/she should be: highly organized; able to prioritize and multi-task effectively to meet multiple deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; and have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Instructions

Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs.

Additional Information

EMBO 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.