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The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.
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How will you contribute?
The Finance/Accounting Specialist works with a high level of autonomy under general supervision on finance and accounting activities related to projects. The role plays a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting informed decision-making. The position holder organizes their work to meet defined objectives. Leveraging a solid understanding of financial concepts, methods, and processes, they identify challenges, propose improvements, and proactively engage or escalate to the appropriate stakeholders to prevent operational impacts.
The successful candidate brings strong expertise in their field, developed through advanced education and relevant professional experience. They contribute to the optimization of financial processes, ensuring regulatory compliance while delivering valuable financial insights to support strategic decisions. They can address complex issues that may span multiple topics or areas of expertise, using sound judgment, analytical skills, and prior experience to drive effective solutions.
General roles and responsibilities?
Among others, and depending on their area of activity, the duties may include:
· Conducts financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. · Follows-up the implementation and monitoring of budgets. · Produces quarterly reports and key figures for the executive leadership. · Facilitates and follows-up information for internal/external audit in their field. · Assists other units/functions in LIST in the definition of their budgets and forecasts. · Conducts special missions or projects aimed at improving efficiency of area of work. · Monitors and analyses costs to identify opportunities for cost control and efficiency improvements. · Ensures their work complies with the financial rules and policies established by LIST and the funding agencies. · Compares execution against budgets and forecasts and performs analysis to explain differences in performance. · Communicates with parties within and outside of area of work to explain facts, policies and practices related to their work. · Defines financial rates, and all necessary financial information to support the execution/provision of RDI activities or services. · Works with units and departments research groups to prepare budgets and consolidate them into one overall corporate budget. · Provides advice to other teams and researchers on the applications and implementation of funding instruments. Analyses, defines, and coordinates the financial implementation of funding programmes and grants according to the rules established by the funding institution and LIST policies.
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Education
· Strong financial analytical and quantitative skills. · Have at least 6-7 years of experience in the field after Bachelor's or Master's degree · Strong communication skills and service-oriented approach : Communicates and influences parties within and outside of the area of responsibility regarding policies,practices, and procedures under responsibility. Has developed strong communication skills. · Strong time management, project management and organizational skills. · Strong technical skills in the use of large ERP systems and IT literacy on financial tools. · Have strong knowledge of research administration guidelines and funding instruments.
Language skills
· Strong English and French knowledge, both orally and written.
Considered a plus
· Proficiency in financial analysis tools. · Strong knowledge of SAP and business object as user. · Demonstrated knowledge of the full life cycle of RDI projects. · Experience with data visualization tools and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. · Good knowledge of project management demonstrated through official certification or relevant experience. · Have defined workplans and priorities. · Have a good knowledge of project management. · Have acquired specialised technical skills on critical processes on their field. · Have successfully carried out complete processes or missions with autonomy. · Have formulated and implemented improvements including feasibility analysis. · Communicates with ease with internal and external parties in the LIST working languages (EN/FR). · Have demonstrated strong knowledge of internal and external regulation, especially related to research funding framework.
Your LIST benefits
· An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects · Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society · Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do · An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas · Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical skills · Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce · Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions · Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science · 32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance · Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to Digital lunch vouchers
Apply online
Your application must include: · A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience · A CV with contact details · Contact details of 2 references Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
Application procedure and conditions
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes. LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability. Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.