Internal call - (RFP500600) Assistant I - Treasury (Rome, Italy)

ph3Internal call - (RFP ) Assistant I - Treasury (Rome, Italy) /h3pThe Alliance of Bioversity International CIAT delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crises of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. /ppThe Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. /ppbAbout the position /b /ppBased in Rome, Italy and under the direct supervision of the Global Treasury Manager, Assistant I - Treasury provides operational support to the Treasury HQ team, across support in the payment processing, accounts payable and registration of cash entries, bank account maintenance, and treasury reporting. The role ensures the accurate and timely recording, and reconciliation of payment transactions in OCS and Agresso, supporting multi-currency disbursement processing across StoneX, BPER, and HSBC platforms, and maintaining up-to-date banking records and documentation to support the Unit's cash planning, reporting, and audit requirements. The position also serves as backup for the Corporate Credit Card process to ensure business continuity and provides day-to-day support to Treasury Analysts and internal stakeholders on payment-related queries. /ppbKey duties and responsibilities /b /pulliSupport in the accurate and timely review of payment requests, including calculation of disbursement totals by currency for cash planning. /liliSupport in the complete and error-free recording of payment transactions in OCS/Agresso, including Post to GL processing and timely notification of rejected payments to internal stakeholders. /liliSupport in maintaining up-to-date bank code registrations in Agresso and providing reliable banking-details assistance to requesting units. /liliSupport in keeping AP and AR spreadsheets accurate and current, including TT insertions and verification of pay recipient data for multi-currency payments (StoneX, BPER, HSBC). /liliSupport in the processing of manual StoneX payments, including bank statement verification and direct debit registration. /liliSupport in the timely handling of payment reversals and returns, including reversal of GL transactions and notification to Accounting. /liliSupport in preparing the weekly LOA payment report for GMU, and downloading/saving bank receipts for LOA payments, monthly bank statements and extracts for Accounting, BPER, HSBC, and BofA. /liliSupport in maintaining an organized folder with supporting documentation for bank reconciliations. /liliSupport as backup coverage for the Corporate Credit Card process, assisting with timely submission of credit card forms via MiVision HSBC. /liliSupport in responding to internal queries, assisting Treasury Analysts, and contributing to audit requests as needed. /liliUndertake other related tasks as required. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3pbRequired qualifications and experience /bbr/ /pulliSecondary/High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by related courses in Treasury, Accounting, Financial Operations or related fields. /liliMinimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in treasury, accounts payable/receivable, banking operations, or general accounting support, preferably within an international or multi-currency environment. /liliExperience recording and reconciling financial transactions in an ERP system (e.g., Agresso) is required. /liliPrior exposure to online banking platforms and multi-currency payment processing is desirable. /liliExperience working in a multicultural, remote, or internationally distributed team is an asset. /liliBasic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. /liliFamiliarity with online banking. /liliBasic understanding of accounting principles and payment processing controls. /liliAttention to detail and accuracy in handling multi-currency financial data. /liliFamiliarity with document management and recordkeeping practices. /liliBasic working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) for internal communication and reporting. /liliFluency in English and Italian is required (written and spoken). /liliWorking knowledge of Spanish is an asset. /liliOrganizational skills and ability to manage multiple recurring tasks and deadlines accurately. /liliDiscretion and integrity in handling sensitive financial and banking information. /liliProactive attitude in flagging discrepancies, errors, or non-compliance issues for timely resolution. /liliCollaborative mindset and willingness to provide backup support across the Unit as needed. /li /ulh3Terms of employment /h3pThis position is a bnationally /brecruited staff position based inb Rome, Italy /b open to internal candidates, namely: regular staff members, complementary staff members and individuals who are currently employed or have completed a contract with Bioversity in the last 6 months.The initial contract will be for up to bone (1) year /b, subject to a probation period of six (6) months, and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.This position is graded at bBG04 level /b, with a minimum annual basic salary of bEuro 35,790 /b in a scale of BG02 to BG14 (BG14 being the highest level according to the Alliance job classification framework policy). We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including but not limited to insurance, retirement plan, staff training and development, paid time off and flexible working arrangements.br/ /ppThe Alliance of Bioversity International CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. /ppPlease note that eligible applicants must have the legal status to live and work in Italy: /pulliBe Italian nationals holding a valid passport or identity card. /liliOr be EU citizens holding a valid passport or identity card and confirmation of registration from the Registrar’s Office (Anagrafe). /li /ulpApplications closing date: bAugust 27, 2026 /b /ppPlease note that email applications will not be considered. /ppOnly short-listed candidates will be contacted. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr