Financial Controller

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

We’re looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place!

Within the Financial Planning and Controlling unit, the financial controller will have the primary responsibilities to:

• Act as a Financial Business Partner for a dedicated internal user group / entity, to establish a strong interface and collaborative relationship with the relevant teams
• Contribute to the development and implementation of relevant Finance practices in line with the University / entity operating model and needs
• Analyze, develop, and maintain financial systems, instruments and procedures for own area while considering the needs of the organization
• Advise the management and decision makers on financial, execution and performance
• Provide financial analysis, deliver accurate, timely and comprehensive financial information that enhances / support plan and management decision making
• Develop and maintain financial databases and ensure availability of relevant and structured (financial) information in the database
• Prepare the budget, the forecasts and report on variances
• Consolidate data, in line with the entity / department strategy and within financial and reporting guidelines
• Understand and adapt to the specific requirements from the diverse University Units / departments
• Ensure financial transactions and reporting quality control, and compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Contribute to month-end / year-end process
• Contribute to maintain strong internal controls by developing, documenting and updating business processes and accounting policies
• Provide ad hoc reporting, requests, and projects
• Co-develop project proposals, including budgets, deadlines and planning, and monitor realization of projects

• Master’s degree in at least one of the following: Economics, Finance, Accounting or any similar field
• 5-8 years of relevant work experience in a similar position and at least 10 years of working experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and French. German and Luxembourg will be considered as an asset
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficient knowledge of advanced functions in Excel with a strong ability to automate reporting
• Good knowledge of SAP ERP functionalities (CO, FI, BI modules) being an asset,
• Ability to analyze and synthetize
• Rigorous, pragmatic and result driven

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.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Financial controller
• Job Reference: UOL06542

• 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 …