ACCOUNTANT | ALMA ECONOMICS
This role is part of the Finance department and reports to our Finance Manager.
WHAT WE DO
Alma Economics combines unparalleled analytical expertise with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
Our work spans several policy areas, including education, health and social care, housing and homelessness, the environment, public finance, and international development, among others.
We work with some of the most forward-thinking organisations in the voluntary, public, and private sectors. Our clients include the World Bank, the European Commission, UNICEF, and a number of governments worldwide.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE QUESTIONS WE HAVE RECENTLY LOOKED AT:
- How can governments best support people during the Covid-19 pandemic?
- What would be the impact of increasing the provision of social housing on levels of homelessness?
- What is the cultural value of film, TV, and video games?
- What progress has society made towards gender equality?
- How can developing countries increase tax revenues to fund public services?
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- bookkeeping and archiving
- undertake detailed analysis of company expenses, identifying unusual occurrences
- enter and process purchase invoices, ensuring that authorisation is obtained and that timely payments are made
- process and log petty cash and staff expenses
- produce financial reports for the Finance Manager regularly and at ad hoc basis
- manage the relationship and contracts with key suppliers
- bank and credit card reconciliations
- assist the HR function (e.g., employee contracts, annual leave)
- other tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the finance department
WHO WE WANT TO WORK WITH
YOU HAVE
- an accounting degree (TEI/AEI)
- minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- MS Office Suite skills
- working English level
- basic knowledge of employment law
YOU ARE
- meticulous and pay close attention to detail
- trustworthy and reliable
- a good communicator with a professional attitude
WHAT WE OFFER
You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the work we do from day one. Alma Economics is a friendly and informal place, and our offices are designed for both work and play. Our team consists of enthusiastic and talented individuals, who love learning and are always ready to support others.
Please note that our offices are disabled-accessible, and we are committed to providing all necessary support to colleagues that require it, but we are also happy to consider remote working arrangements for applicants with disabilities or health conditions that prevent them from working on-site.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and ensure that no one receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or physical condition, marital status, race, or religion.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full time, 1 position.
