Accountant, IISS-Europe

Accountant, IISS-Europe

The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is a defence and security think tank that has a deep understanding of regional geopolitics and geo-economics in a global context. Its international researchers provide best-in-class independent and impartial analysis and provide insights on strategic challenges and priorities to governments and the private sector. It is expert at bringing together national leaders and senior policymakers in foreign policy, defence and security; promoting dialogue; and facilitating effective and influential bilateral and multilateral consultations.

The IISS are seeking to appoint a qualified or part qualified Accountant with experience to support the finance function in their IISS−Europe office in Germany. This role will be reporting to the Head of Finance (with dotted lines to the Managing Director of the IISS−Europe if based in Germany).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and account for purchase ledger including petty cash and cash advances.
• Process and account for corporate credit cards and staff expenses.
• Management Accounts, for example grant reporting, preparation and reconciliations of accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets monthly.
• Grant reporting to external funders.
• Budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Liaising with our German tax advisors in the preparation and filing of VAT returns monthly, yearly including the preparation of tax returns for the IISS-Europe.
• Support with the implementation of a new finance and expenses system.

Requirements

• The candidate will need strong German and English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Qualified Accountant or part qualified accountant actively looking to secure their qualifications.
• Demonstrable experience in a finance role.
• Willing to travel with expectation of up to 2 trips to London/Berlin each year.

Application

Candidates should submit their applications by clicking the “Apply Now” blue button above and follow the instructions to submit two documents:

• a cover letter outlining what skills and experience you can bring to the role.
• a full Curriculum Vitae.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 3 January 2025.

The role can be based either in our Berlin or London office, candidates must have eligibility to work in the UK if intending to work in London or have the eligibility to work in the EU if working in Germany. The IISS regrets that it cannot sponsor visas for this position.

*The IISS is an equal opportunities employer.*