Shared Service Accountant

Job Purpose

Working closely with the Finance Director and Head of Accounting, the Shared Services Accountant is responsible for delivering a business-focused accounting service across ECFR. The role ensures the effective operation of financial systems and processes that support the organization's objectives and overall financial sustainability.

Main Responsibilities

• Timely & accurate processing of accounts payable, expenses and payroll
• Manage and handle day-to-day associated accounting matters and ledgers
• Manage payments and support cash management
• Maintain and operate the accounting and associated business systems
• Own financial processes, policies and internal controls related to the above
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance
• Develop good working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to the preparation of month-end financial reports
• Assist in month-end closing processes and procedures, identifying opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains
• Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting in the resolution of audit findings

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support overall ECFR organizational priorities.

Person Specification

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

3-5 years adequate and relevant hands-on accounting experience within a high-volume Shared Service Centre
Demonstrates a firm understanding of financial business processes and internal control

IT Requirements

Proficient in the use of up-to-date accounting systems as well as in MS Office
Proficiency in Office 365, in particular Microsoft Excel

Skills and Abilities

• Very good numeracy and analytical skills
• High degree of service orientation and customer focus paired with a hands-on approach
• Flexible and multitasking with the ability to adapt to changing conditions and demanding deadlines.
• Quality-driven with high standards of integrity and reliability.
• High degree of ownership and accountability for personal and team outcomes.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary and multinational team, fostering a collaborative work culture.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• High degree of ownership and accountability for personal and team outcomes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and ideally another European language

What we offer

• Convenient office location at one of our ECFR offices in Berlin, Madrid or Sofia
• Stimulating and open work culture at an innovative and renowned pan-European think tank with partly hybrid work opportunities that allow flexibility while maintaining productivity and collaboration.
• Opportunity to collaborate with highly motivated and committed colleagues from diverse backgrounds across Europe, within an organization that holds a distinguished position and wide recognition within the think tank world.

To Apply and Next steps

If this is of interest, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please use the apply button to submit your cover letter and CV (max. 2 pg. and pdf format).

Candidates must be eligible to work in Germany, Spain or Bulgaria.
Please note that the position is for a fixed-term of 8 months because of a maternity cover.
Close of Applications: 13th October 2025

We aim to inform you promptly about the status of your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with the details about next steps in the process.

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ECFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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