The Cyprus Institute

world class in its standards
international in its membership
partnered with established world class institutions
dedicated to the advancement of knowledge
independent in its support, public in its commitment and service

The Cyprus Institute (CyI, www.cyi.ac.cy), is a non-profit science and technology research and educational institution. The institute strives to benefit Cyprus, the region and Europe and to provide a new and exciting model for a scientific and educational community, directing its efforts to address issues of local or regional interest and of global significance. The Cyprus Institute is seeking to hire a dynamic and versatile professional to assume the position of Accounts Assistant.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Accounts, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

a.    Conducting the book-keeping and ledger transactions and maintaining the Institute’s accounts.
b.    Maintaining proper files for the Institute’s bank accounts and conducting monthly bank reconciliations.
c.    Checking and filing supporting accounting documentation.
d.    Prepare reconciliation statements and act as liaison between the Institute and its creditors/debtors.
e.    Assist in the administration of EU and locally sponsored projects.
f.    Perform other day to day accounting functions as necessary.

Requirements:

Holder of relevant degree and a  minimum of two  years' direct/related experience in a similar position, strong written and oral communication skills in both Greek and English, good computer skills, excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with a diverse group of faculty, staff and visitors, and initiative and solid organizational skills.

The Cyprus Institute office hours are from 09:00 to 17:00 and the salary will depend on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

For full consideration, interested applicants should send their curriculum vitae, a confidential letter of interest and the names of three contactable referees by e-mail to HR[at]cyi.ac.cy by 21st June 2010. Please show the following reference in the subject heading: CYI_AA_05_10. Please note that an acknowledgement e-mail will be sent upon receival of each application within 3 working days.


*Please note that by submitting the names and contact details of referees all candidates are subject to requests for reference from the referees given.