About our company We partner with Europe to empower and enhance a sustainable energy market. Located in Luxembourg, we are a service company that hosts Europe''s single leading trading platform(e CAT) for cross border transmission capacity. On behalf of TSOs, we auction the available long and short term transmission capacity rights on all internal EU borders. On the 1st of October 2018, JAO became the Single Allocation Platform (SAP) for all European Transmission System Operators (TSOs) that operate in accordance with EU legislation, since it is able to implement and fulfil all regulatory obligations and requirements. We provide accounting (clearing and settlement), contracting, reporting and project support services. About the job We''re seeking an experienced Accountant for a temporary role to support the company''s overall accounting tasks. The person will be reporting to the Head of Financial Controlling and Accounting and will work closely with the Controlling department. The Accountant will assist in managing the company''s accounting processes, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role involves supporting other team members, training new accountants, and representing the company to external parties when needed. The ideal candidate should demonstrate attention to detail, a solution oriented approach, and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. A solid command of English is crucial. This position is open for a fixed term contract of18 monthsmaximum to replace a maternity/parental leave. Key activities in the position Be responsible for undertaking the overall accounting activities of the company. Will work in close cooperation with the other team members, as well as with other Finance teams and the CFO. The Accountant will also be able to represent the company towards external parties. Understands the companys standard of conduct, assesses risks to objectives, and the related control activities at the respective level of the company, the expected information and communication flow, and monitoring activities relevant to the achievement of objectives. Provide guidance on internal control requirements and evaluate adherence to defined standards and render expert advice. Can set a good exle, assist other team members where necessary in their day to day work and their professional development, is customer oriented and embraces a can do attitude. Processing payments and preparing bank transfers. Perform bank reconciliations. Handling bookkeeping of bank statements. Handling bookkeeping of AP/AR. Fixed asset and prepayments management. Accruals process management. Draft processes and procedures for Accounting activities, as well as ensure they are kept up to date. Filing of monthly, yearly VAT returns and preparing working documents for Tax declarations. Handling annual corporate tax with external consultant. Handling other t