Financial Controller

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) at the University of Luxembourg brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences.
People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed. The faculty’s research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.

Your role

• Participate in budgeting, forecast, cost follow up for the Faculty (internal and external budget) and variance analysis
• Execute timely, accurate and financial reporting and ensure accounts analysis to various stakeholders
• Prepare monthly reports on expenses and income
• Support the review and approval of HR costs and related commitments
• Assist in the end of year closing process
• Functional coaching of admin staff (Fiori, BI, Service now, …)
• Answer questions, inform and advise colleagues on operational issues
• Clean and maintain databases and financial ledgers with routine checks and propose corrections
• Operationalize and follow-up on improvements of working methods and processes
• Support on ad hoc requests for analysis, reporting, monitoring and budgeting

Your profile

• You have a Bachelor or Master degree in finance or accounting
• Relevant work experience in a similar position of 4 to 6 years
• Good knowledge of advanced functions in Excel formulas, queries, Power Pivot Function, etc.
• Good knowledge of SAP modules and BI
• Excellent communication with strong interpersonal skills
• Organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Team player with a high drive and motivation with a positive attitude
• Able to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
• Capable of coping with strict deadlines and able to work proactively
• Ability to summarize, rigorous, pragmatic and efficient

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Financial controller
• Job Reference: UOL07316

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