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Vacancy Notice: Finance Assistant at the European Banking Authority

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is seeking a Finance Assistant to support financial transactions within the Finance and Procurement Unit. This position is open to candidates from EU Member States and the European Economic Area (EEA), and the role is part of the European System of Financial Supervision (ESFS).

Main Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for:

• Registering third-party invoices and credit notes
• Processing legal entity files (LEF) and bank account files (BAF)
• Supporting the operational initiation of financial transactions (commitments, de-commitments, payment requests, budget transfers)
• Carrying out financial initiation of transactions
• Liaising with operational actors to monitor budget execution
• Assisting in budget planning
• Preparing budgetary and financial reports
• Contributing to the development and implementation of financial procedures
• Conducting periodic ex-post controls
• Assisting with EBA responses to audits
• Filing financial documents according to EBA rules
• Performing other tasks as required

Requirements

1. Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a national of an EU Member State or an EEA country (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway)
• Must be entitled to full citizen rights
• Must have fulfilled any military service obligations
• Must have thorough knowledge of one EU official language and satisfactory knowledge of another
• Must be physically fit for the role

2. Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Either post-secondary education (with a diploma) or secondary education (with a diploma allowing access to post-secondary education) plus at least 3 years of relevant professional experience
• Professional Experience:
  • At least 4 years of full-time experience in finance if holding post-secondary education
  • At least 7 years of full-time experience in finance if holding secondary education
  • At least 2 years of experience in comparable positions (budget management, accounting, auditing)

3. Language Skills

• English: Excellent knowledge required (written and spoken)
• French: At least B2 level proficiency (advantageous)

4. Additional Advantages

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel and Word)
• Experience with ABAC workflow
• Experience in an EU/multicultural/international environment

Selection Procedure

The selection process includes:

• Written Tests: Conducted in English, assessing communication skills, job-related knowledge, and drafting abilities. Minimum score: 6/10
• Interview: In English, evaluating suitability, professional knowledge, and motivation. Minimum score: 6/10
• Total Score: Candidates must score at least 12/20 to be placed on the reserve list, valid until 31 December 2020

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract for 3 years, with a 9-month probation period and possible extension
• Estimated Start Date: 1 June 2019
• Function Group and Grade: FG III
• Estimated Monthly Basic Salary: €2,704.38
• Employment Location:
  • London, UK (One Canada Square, Canary Wharf)
  • Paris, France (Europlaza, Courbevoie)

Conditions of Employment

• Salaries: Exempt from national tax; Union tax at source applies
• Allowances: May include expatriation, household, dependent child, education, and installation allowances depending on personal circumstances
• Benefits:
  • Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month + additional days based on age and grade
  • Supplementary home leave: 2.5 days
  • EU Pension Scheme after 10 years of service
  • EU Joint Sickness and Insurance Scheme
  • Travel insurance for missions

Application Submission

• Deadline: 11 April 2019 at 12:00 noon London time
• Documents Required:
  • Curriculum Vitae in Europass format
  • Motivation letter
  • Completed and signed eligibility criteria grid
• Submission Address: EBA-Applications@eba.europa.eu
• Subject Line: Must include reference number, name, and surname
• Note: Only complete applications will be considered; supporting documents are not required at this stage

Equal Opportunities

The EBA is committed to equal opportunities and will avoid any form of discrimination in recruitment.

Data Protection

Personal data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 on data protection and free movement of data.

Appeal Procedure

Candidates may appeal decisions through:

• Request for Review: Within 10 days of receiving a decision, contact vacancies@eba.europa.eu
• Complaint to the Executive Director: Under Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations
• Judicial Appeal: To the General Court under Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union
• Complaint to the European Ombudsman: Pursuant to Article 228(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, after exhausting internal appeal procedures

Summary

The Finance Assistant role is critical to the EBA's operations, requiring strong financial and administrative skills. The position is open to qualified EU and EEA nationals, with a focus on candidates who have relevant education and professional experience. The selection process is rigorous and includes written tests and interviews, with a reserve list for potential future recruitment. Candidates must adhere to strict application deadlines and procedures, and have the opportunity to appeal decisions through multiple channels.