Accountant

International IDEA seeks an Accountant to be based at its headquarters in Stockholm.The post is located in the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA).The incumbent will report to the Chief Accountant.Main functions of the post: Assists with day- to-day accounting duties and reconciliation of accounts; Assists with field offices monthly financial reports; Acts as a back-up for Accounts Payable; Performs all tasks, as assigned, related to the maintenance of International IDEA's financial records, including daily recording, monthly account reconciliations, monthly foreign currency revaluations; Actively integrates the inclusion of a gender perspective in all aspects of the work by adhering to Institute policies and practices and maintaining a sensitivity to gender issues at all times; Performs such other tasks as equested by the Chief Accountant.Qualifications and Skills Level and Type of Formal Education: University degree in Finance, Accounting or other relevant discipline.Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in a Financial role; Relevant finance experience in an international organisation would be an asset.Functional Competencies: Excellent analytical, drafting and problem solving skills; highly numerate; Good organisational skills and efficiency-driven perspective; Experience to perform high level analysis and customised reporting; Experience to analyse fiscal data, summarise information and present it in logical format; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Good sense of initiative, ability to set priorities and work under pressure with accuracy and dedication; Excellent organisational skills; Excellent communication skills, written and spoken; Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to appreciate diversity and work as part of a team in such an environment. Language Skills: English: Excellent knowledge required.Spanish, Swedish or Other: Will be considered an asset.Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office package and Internet; Experience of enterprise software with focus on financial packages; General understanding of computerised support systems such as an intranet; Knowledge of iScala accouting system, considered an asset. Terms of contract Two (2) Years How to Apply IDEA is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, culture and nationality.