As a flagship research center in nanoscience and nanotechnology, our mission is to open and explore new frontiers of knowledge at the nanoscale, and bring value to society in the form of new understanding, capabilities and innovation, while inspiring and providing broad training to the next generations of researchers. Our values are Commitment, Collaboration and Transformation.

Our research lines focus on the newly-discovered physical and chemical properties that arise from the behaviour of matter at the nanoscale. ICN2 has been awarded with the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence distinction for three consecutive periods (2014-2018 and 2018-2022 and 2023-2026). ICN2 comprises 19 Research Groups, 7 Technical Development and Support Units and Facilities, and 2 Research Platforms, covering different areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Job Title: Accounting Officer

Research area or group: Finance department

Main Tasks and responsibilities:

• Bank transaction posting and reconciliation
• Clearing account monitoring and discrepancy resolution
• Visa process oversight and compliance
• Cash flow forecasting and liquidity management
• Tax compliance:
  • Preparation for external tax filings
  • Upkeep of tax records
  • VAT ledger review and reconciliation
• Payroll accounting entries
• New hire approvals (payroll/HRIS setup)
• Headcount budget tracking and control
• Audit support, financial reporting, and period

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or similar

Knowledge

• Accounting knowledge: General Accounting Plan, KPIs, Balance Sheet, P&L, Regional Accounting Standards (CCAA), etc.
• English: Ability to communicate in English is essential.
• Advanced Office skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Preferred: Knowledge of Power BI.
• Preferred: Knowledge of SAP BO.

            Professional Experience

• At least 2 years performing tasks relevant to the position.
• Previous experience in Catalan research centers will be valued.
• Advanced accounting knowledge will be valued.

Personal Competencies

• Proactive, analytical, and highly organized.
• A team player with strong communication skills to collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Able to present financial reports clearly and escalate issues effectively when needed.

Summary of conditions:

• Full time work (37,5h/week)
• Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona)
• Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
• Support to the relocation issues (if applicable)
• Life Insurance.
• Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:
  • Option to telework (2 days per week)
  • flexible work schedules
  •  6 h/day July and August and every Friday during all year
• 28 holidays per year
• Flexible compensation plan: tax advantages contracting some products (health insurance, childcare, training, among others.)
• Training activities: languages, mentoring programme, wellbeing programme.
• International environment

Estimated Incorporation date: April 2025

How to apply:

All applications must be made via the ICN2 website and include the following:

1. A cover letter.
2. A full CV including contact details.
3. 2 Reference letters or referee contacts.

Deadline for applications: No deadline. Applications will be continuously reviewed.

Equal opportunities:

ICN2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities.

ICN2 is following the procedure for contract of people with disabilities according with article 59 of the Royal Decree 1/2015, of 30 of October.

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