Accountant - Fixed Term Contract

About our company

“We partner with Europe to empower and enhance a sustainable energy market”.

Located in Luxembourg, we are a service company that hosts Europe's single leading trading platform(e-CAT) for cross-border transmission capacity. On behalf of TSOs, we auction the available long and short-term transmission capacity rights on all internal EU borders.

On the 1st of October 2018, JAO became the Single Allocation Platform (SAP) for all European Transmission System Operators (TSOs) that operate in accordance with EU legislation, since it is able to implement and fulfil all regulatory obligations and requirements. We provide accounting (clearing and settlement), contracting, reporting and project support services.

About the job

We're seeking an experienced Accountant for a temporary role to support the company's overall accounting tasks.

The person will be reporting to the Head of Financial Controlling and Accounting and will work closely with the Controlling department.

The Accountant will assist in managing the company's accounting processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

This role involves supporting other team members, training new accountants, and representing the company to external parties when needed. 

The ideal candidate should demonstrate attention to detail, a solution-oriented approach, and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

A solid command of English is crucial. 

This position is open for a fixed-term contract of 18 months maximum to replace a maternity/parental leave.

Key activities in the position

• Be responsible for undertaking the overall accounting activities of the company.
• Will work in close cooperation with the other team members, as well as with other Finance teams and the CFO. The Accountant will also be able to represent the company towards external parties.
• Understands the company’s standard of conduct, assesses risks to objectives, and the related control activities at the respective level of the company, the expected information and communication flow, and monitoring activities relevant to the achievement of objectives.
• Provide guidance on internal control requirements and evaluate adherence to defined standards and render expert advice.
• Can set a good example, assist other team members where necessary in their day-to-day work and their professional development, is customer oriented and embraces a “can do” attitude.
• Processing payments and preparing bank transfers.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Handling bookkeeping of bank statements.
• Handling bookkeeping of AP/AR.
• Fixed asset and prepayments management.
• Accruals process management.
• Draft processes and procedures for Accounting activities, as well as ensure they are kept up to date.
• Filing of monthly, yearly VAT returns and preparing working documents for Tax declarations.
• Handling annual corporate tax with external consultant.
• Handling other tax issues incl. EC sales lists and residence certificates.
• Handling of information to federal administration (STATEC reports, FEDIL etc.).
• Handling of the periodic closing activities and managing the inputs required for the closing.
• Accounts reconciliation.
• Point of contact for questions and requests from external stakeholders (banking partner, MPs and TSOs) and internal stakeholders (Operations, Controlling, Legal, etc).
• Participating in financial projects and process transformation initiatives as required.
• Ad hoc investigations.
• Assisting in the annual audit and management of quarterly reconciliation processes with stakeholders.
• Support the team members in their day-to-day work and their professional development.

We are looking for someone with the following skills set:

• Degree Education Level in Accounting/Finance or related field (3 years after A-Level);
• Relevant experience working in Accounting or related field (Audit, Billing, Controlling…);
• Knowledge of and experience with general accepted accounting principles;
• Knowledge of and experience working with SAP-FICO would be a strong asset;
• Proficient in MS Office, most particularly in Excel;
• Able to deliver work of a high standard with attention to detail;
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Able to execute several tasks under strict deadlines;
• Good interpersonal skills, inspire teamwork and trust;
• Ability to listen, empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Open-minded and proactive.

We offer

⦁   Salary paid on 13 months basis.

⦁   31 days holidays per year.

⦁   Up to 40% of home office for Luxembourgish residents, 25% maximum for non-residents.

⦁   150 Euros per month towards transportation (Bus/Train) or full reimbursement of parking tickets outside the office.

⦁   50 Euros per month towards sport.

⦁   18 Luncheon vouchers per month.

⦁   DKV complementary health insurance for you and your close family members (Optional).

⦁   Pension plan, including Life and Disability Benefits.

⦁   1,000 Euros towards training per year.

In an industry that poses unique challenges and operates under stringent regulations, we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can build a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise, while growing and thriving in a positive, professional atmosphere. Join us for new professional adventures!

Additional Requirement

According to the Luxembourg law of July 23rd 2016 (as amended), the successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record before signing the employment contract.