Vacancy for Business Controller at EFI in Germany

Detail:

Apply for the vacancy. The European Forest Institute (EFI) is an international organization with 29 member countries and About 120 associate member organizations. The EFI supports pan-European and global forest policy and research and is based in Joensuu, Finland.

Duties:

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure that all financial and related functions, policies, and practices are followed, areas of improvement are actively monitored and suggested
  • Similarly, support the preparation of financial plans/forecasts of the unit (department), prepare periodic analysis, and review and work against these plans/forecasts.
  • In addition, provide support and advice to ensure effective project management.
  • Support the preparation of project proposals (tenders) and the preparation of agreements
  • Likewise, it will be responsible for the implementation of the new computerized accounting and project system and will act as the local “superuser” of the system.
  • In addition, support financial management, administration, and reporting at the corporate level.


Eligibility for Commercial Controller Vacancy:

  • BS or MS degree with a specialization in accounting or finance
  • In addition, at least 5 years of experience in financial functions, including at least 2 years of participation in reporting, financial planning, and budgeting activities.
  • Also, experience in a project-based organization would be beneficial.
  • Knowledge of recognized accounting standards (eg international accounting standards, German accounting standards, etc.) through study or practical experience.
  • Fluency in English and German is also required
  • Experience in using financial / accounting software and Microsoft Office applications required
  • In addition, experience in using ERP (Oracle, SAP, etc.)

Working conditions:

  1. The employee will be a member of the EFI staff. A 5-year fixed-term commitment, which will likely be extended and subject to a 6-month trial period.
  2. In addition, the goal is a full-time position, but a part-time contract for the right candidate (at least 75%)
  3. It can be considered. Additionally, the role is expected to begin in early 2021, during which initial interviews will take place.
    October 2020
  4. Interested applicants should submit a CV (in English) with copies of their university degree.

Specifications:

Type of Opportunity General Job
Deadline 02 November 2020
Country Germany
Company Name EFI
City Bonn

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