Vacancy Announcement: Maternity leave replacement for the position of Accountant

The European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation (EIUC) is seeking a maternity leave replacement for the position of Accountant. Working under the supervision of the Financial Manager, the selected candidate will be part of a team based in Venice Lido. He or she will be in charge of the general book-keeping and administrative tasks of the institution.

Functions and tasks

General book-keeping/administrative tasks:

• Italian and foreign customer and supplier invoice recording
• Entry of salaries and lists of expenses
• Payment preparation
• Bank statement reconciliation
• Audit preparation
• Financial report preparation

Essential requirements:

• Diploma in accountancy and/or Degree in Business Administration and/or relevant experience;
• Knowledge of Italian accounting and fiscal rules;
• Excellent Knowledge of English and Italian;
• Accuracy, problem-solving skills and ability to work independently;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Desirable requirements:

• Previous experience in the administrative office of a not for profit organization
• Previous experience in the administration of EU-funded projects
• Previous experience in audit preparation
• Knowledge of Zucchetti accounting software

Deadline for applications: April 15, 2016
Starting date: Mid May
Contract: Full-time maternity leave replacement

Salary: IV or III level according to experience (CCNL Commercio)

Please send a cover letter and cv to info@eiuc.org