Detalhes da oferta
Junior Finance AssistantJob Title: Junior Finance Assistant
Job Ref: FhP_Jobs_2026_01
Job Type: Full-time contract.
Job Salary: 1130,72 euros or 1235,98 euros (depending on the academic qualifications).
Job Location: Porto, Portugal.
Job Description:
Fraunhofer Portugal is seeking a Junior Finance Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team within the Finance Department.
Your role:
- Support in all daily activities of the Finance Department, particularly in accounting, treasury management and project financial reports;
- Preparation of financial reports based on information exported from the accounting/ERP management system;
- Balance analysis, accounts receivable and payable monitoring, and outstanding balance oversight;
- Communicating with third parties (clients, suppliers and other entities) regarding account analysis and reconciliation;
- Liaising with other departments within the organization on matters relating to the processing and validation of financial documentation;
- Review and validation of accounting documentation;
- Data entry and recording of documents in the institution’s management/accounting ERP system;
- Execution of accounting and management accounting procedures;
- Preparing and submitting project payment requests to funding agencies;
- Completing electronic report forms for tax authorities and other external entities;
- Organization and maintenance of financial and accounting records in physical and digital formats.
Your profile:
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or technical qualification in Accounting, Management, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional Experience: Minimum of 1 year of professional experience relevant for the job.
- Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of general and management accounting;
- Proficiency in MS Office, with a strong focus on Excel;
- Knowledge of or experience with PHC management/ERP software is an asset;
- Basic knowledge of taxation and financial reporting (preferred).
- Other Skills:
- Accuracy, organization, and attention to detail;
- Strong analytical skills and ability to manage financial information;
- Good written and spoken command of the English language.
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team;
- Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality;
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a people-centric workplace that fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. We encourage the development of new ideas and ensure that every voice is heard;
- Research with Impact: Engage in projects that sit at the intersection of research and real-world applications, contributing to technology that makes a tangible difference in society;
- Multidisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, enhancing your learning and professional growth;
- Professional Excellence: Work within a culture that upholds professional standards and best practices, promoting continuous improvement and excellence in research;
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working hours and hybrid work opportunities, supporting a healthy work-life balance;
- Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a partially funded health insurance plan, and a variety of additional perks;
- Supportive Culture: Join a team with an excellent spirit, where collaboration, mutual support, and team achievements are celebrated.
Applications are open from the 12th to the 25th of January 2026.
The selected candidate is expected to start working on March 1st, 2026.
Applications must be made via Fraunhofer Portugal Website and contain:
- Curriculum Vitae – mandatory;
- Degree Certificate – mandatory;
- Motivation Letter – optional;
- Recommendation Letters – optional.
Admitted candidates will be subject to a curricular evaluation. Based on the results, the top-ranked candidates will be invited for an interview. All applicants will be notified of the results of the call via the email address provided in their application.
After notification, all candidates have 10 days to comment.
| Distrito | Porto | ||
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| Local | Porto | ||
| Habilitações mínimas | Curso Técnico ou Equivalente | ||
| Experiência mínima | 1-3 anos | ||
| Idiomas | Good written and spoken command of the English language | ||
| Sector de actividade | Contabilidade / Finanças | ||
| Tipo de contrato | Full-time | ||
| Remuneração | Job Salary: The range is between €1,751.27 and €1,834.93, depending on the candidate's professional experience (1 year or more). | ||
| Tipo de oferta | Emprego | ||
| Contactos |
Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research
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