The Municipality of Nocera Inferiore is seeking an Accounting Officer; applications are due by September 30, 2026.

The Municipality of Nocera Inferiore has announced a public competition for the hiring of a full-time, permanent Accounting Officer. The procedure, published on the INPA portal, requires an assessment of qualifications and exams and has already been amended to extend the deadline to September 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. This represents a concrete opportunity for those seeking public sector employment in the Campania municipality of Nocera Inferiore.

What is it about

This is a public competition based on qualifications and examinations, identified in the InPA system as FUNCONT26, for the hiring of an Accounting Officer. The institution, the Municipality of Nocera Inferiore, falls within the scope of Local Public Administration and is headquartered in the municipality located in the province of Salerno. The position is classified in the Area of ​​Officials and Highly Qualified Personnel, with an accounting-financial position.

The professional figure

An accounting officer is a high-level administrative and accounting role who works on budgeting, public accounting, financial planning, revenue and expenditure management, taxes, reporting, and control. In practice, they may prepare accounting documents and records, monitor revenue and expenditure, ensure compliance with public procurement regulations, provide support in reporting procedures, and contribute to the institution's financial management. The job announcement does not detail a specific day-to-day operational role, but it does indicate that the officer is assigned to "various sectors" of the institution, with activities and skills consistent with public accounting and financial management. The job description provided in the announcement is therefore general: applicants must be able to work in accounting, budgeting, asset management, and administrative duties related to the local public sector.

Main requirements

The participation requirements are the standard ones for accounting profiles in public administration, supplemented by specific requirements regarding possession of an appropriate educational qualification and knowledge of IT and English.

• Italian or EU citizenship (or, in some cases, citizenship of third countries with specific requirements), adequate knowledge of the Italian language.
• Age of majority and enjoyment of civil and political rights.
• Physical fitness to perform the duties and absence of legal impediments to employment (e.g., pre-existing criminal convictions).
• Regular status with respect to military service obligations, if applicable.
• No dismissal/dismissal/dismissal from public administrations due to incapacity or non-existent impeding behavior.
• Existence of psychophysical suitability and declarations regarding any relevant criminal or administrative proceedings.
• Computer skills and knowledge of the English language must be declared in the application and verified during the test.
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in classes L-14/L-16/L-18/L-33/L-35/L-36/L-41 or equivalent, or Master's degree in classes LM-16/LM-40/LM-56/LM-62/LM-63/LM-77/LM-82/LM-83/LMG/01 or equivalent; indication of foreign qualifications if necessary.

These are the basic requirements and are supplemented by additional specific conditions specified in the announcement, including the requirement to possess the qualifications listed in Appendix A after the amendment. It is essential to carefully read the official text to verify any additional requirements and reservations, such as those related to particular categories of protection or priority.

Contract, positions and headquarters

Number of positions: 1 (one). Contractual status: full-time and permanent. Location: Municipality of Nocera Inferiore, Piazza A. Diaz n. 1, 84014 Nocera Inferiore (SA), Campania.

Compensation: The announcement does not specify the salary amount. The salary is as set forth in the current National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Local Functions sector for the position; salaries are subject to statutory withholdings.

How the selection works

The selection process includes an evaluation of qualifications and exams. If a high number of admitted candidates are selected, a pre-selection with multiple-choice questions may be required; those who pass the pre-selection will proceed to the written tests. The tests.

• First written test: essay or open/based questions on exam subjects.
• Second written theoretical-practical or aptitude test: analysis of specific cases related to the profile and/or drafting of administrative documents or deeds.
• Oral exam: interview on the subjects covered in the written exams; elements of criminal law relating to crimes against public administration; English and IT skills are assessed as pass/fail and do not affect the final score.
• Final evaluation of qualifications up to 10 points, with a maximum overall score of 100 points.

Tests and evaluation criteria are detailed in the call for applications and may include minimum score thresholds (for example, a minimum of 21/30 to access the subsequent tests). The results of the oral exams consolidate the final ranking, along with the scores for qualifications.

Deadline and how to apply

Official deadline: September 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. This deadline was extended from the previous one (September 21, 2026) by Resolution No. 1928 of September 16, 2026; this amendment amended Annex A regarding the admitted qualifications without changing the number of places or selection procedures. Applications must be submitted exclusively online through INPA, using SPID, CIE, or CNS. A €10,33 application fee must be paid via PagoPA. Applications submitted after the deadline or without payment will be considered inadmissible.

Submission methods and pending communications: Official communications, schedules, admitted candidates, results, and rankings will be published on INPA and on the Municipality's official website in the Transparent Administration – Competition Notices section. Any testing phases and their schedules will be officially communicated through these channels.

What to check before applying

Before submitting your application, it is advisable to check:

• Confirmation of possession of the citizenship, age, civil rights, and physical fitness requirements, as well as any military obligations.
• Required qualification and recognition of any foreign qualifications, as well as any information in the updated Appendix A.
• Computer skills and English language proficiency as stated in the application will be assessed during the test.
• Details on the location and schedule of the tests will be released following the results of any pre-selection or admission phases.
• Learn more about the INPA procedure and the instructions for completing it, including any documents you need to attach (identity documents, tax code, health certificates, etc.).

Key documents to be provided (list extracted from the announcement): online application on INPA; various types of self-certifications; personal data; citizenship; residence and domicile; declaration of physical fitness; status and conditions related to military service obligations; absences from public administrations; educational qualifications, university, and date; any preferential or service qualifications; computer skills and English language skills; any disability certifications or other support measures; payment of the competition fee; valid identification document. Additionally, those who pass the oral exam must submit documentation relating to preferential or priority qualifications within 15 days of the day following the exam.

Practical notes: If you require further information, please contact the relevant office of the Municipality of Nocera Inferiore indicated in the announcement and regularly consult INPA and the institutional website for updates on the testing schedule, admissions, and rankings.

Offer source: InPA.