EIB Trainee

at  European Investment Bank

This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and require regular office presence. The EIB offers you the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and multi-cultural environment.
The EIB, the European Union’s bank, is seeking to recruit for its Chief Financial Controller Directorate (CFC) – Corporate Financial Planning and Control (CFPC) – Corporate Accounting and Reporting Division (CAR) – Transaction Processing and Reconciliations Unit (TPR), at its headquarters in Luxembourg: TRAINEE
Duration: 5 months (fixed start date: 1st March/April 2025)

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Final year of studies or University degree in Finance, Audit, Business Management with a finance/accounting background.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Excellent knowledge of standard Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel and Power Point);
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze and interpret financial data, identify discrepancies, and propose solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrated accuracy and precision in handling financial records and data reconciliation.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and contributing to process improvement initiatives.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team environment, demonstrating collaboration and adaptability.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to Learn: A genuine interest in financial operations and a willingness to learn about banking processes and automation tools.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and experience with financial software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Support Process Optimization: Assist in the analysis and adjustment of ongoing efficiency improvement projects within Accounts Payable, Travel Expenses, and VAT invoicing to enhance overall operational effectiveness.
• Quality Assurance: Help ensure the accuracy of financial records through cross-verification and reconciliation, maintaining high standards of data integrity during project refinement phases.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal stakeholders across various departments to support the smooth implementation of adjustments and project refinements, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Ad-hoc Support: Provide general support to the Transactional Processing and Reconciliation Unit as needed, contributing to special projects and team initiatives.