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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?

Reporting to the F&A Director, the Head of finance Service is responsible for the overall definition and implementation of the Finance team strategy and operations. Defines the Finance team goals aligned with the F&A department strategy, leads the different teams and puts in place short/mid/long-term plans to achieve goals. Manages financial risks and their impacts. Ensures financial issues are solved promptly. Ensures service’s performance and is responsible for continuously improving financial processes, systems, and tools to prevent issues. Is accountable for team results. Intervenes in the definition, management and deployment of transversal projects that are strategic for F&A. Communicates fluently with int/ext. partners and stakeholders, including executive leadership. Convinces others to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches. Possesses strong management and leadership skills. Takes part in national/international networks in their field. Is a LIST ambassador and acts accordingly.

General roles and responsibilities

Among others, and depending on their area of activity, the duties may include:

• Supervises, oversees and review all operations of the Finance teams.: Accounting, Cash, Payables, Receivables and Financial rules
• Financial Controlling / Budgeting, Financial Projects team , Procurement.
• Defines, implements and follows-up short to mid-term plans and strategies to achieve team goals. Anticipates events or risks that could affect team plans and takes actions accordingly.
• Oversees and monitors annual and quarterly financial processes such as financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Defines timelines, coordinates teams involved, supervises execution, and reviews work results. Manages the coordination and discussions with LIST departments and units on this regard. Prepares and presents results in the form of reports or presentations for top management and board of directors.
• Ensures sound communication with all internal stakeholders to guarantee financial processes’ success.
• Leads the risks assessment of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. Defines risk strategies and decides on mitigation actions in coordination with parties involved which may include different areas of LIST.
• Prepares analyses, projections, reports, and presentations for the top management and board of directors as required.
• Leads the regular review and implementation of financial directives or external regulations keeping LIST financial processes and systems updated and compliant. Ensures financial documentation is updated and prepared for potential audits or inspections.
• Ensures problems within their area of responsibility are solved promptly. Makes decisions considering risks and impact.
• Foresees potential problems/challenges on financial operations or activity based on the analysis of internal/external information. Defines preventive measures and coordinates with the team for implementation.
• In collaboration with stakeholders, develops the LIST financial management system allowing LIST to execute its strategies with an efficient use of its resources and means.
• Provides advice to RDI management on the financial implementation of funding programmes. Intervenes in new or sensitive cases and manages the financial relationship between LIST and funding institutions.
• Is responsible for improving processes, systems, or tools to prevent problems and enhance performance of their area. Launches projects or initiatives to improve the performance and efficiency. Follows-up the development of projects and ensures the achievement of expected results.
• Collaborates with different teams within LIST to ensure consistency and adherence to internal financial guidelines and procedures. Influences on policies, practices, and processes.
• Maintains and takes care of complex business communications and relations with internal and external partners.
• Guides the teams in reaching objectives and facing change or challenges.
• Promotes team’s development and follows-up performance. Decides on promotions, salary review, recruitment, and terminations.
• Educates team(s) on LIST's values, policies, and internal rules; and ensures they are respected.
• Shows an exemplary behaviour and is a role model for employees.
• Is accountable for the team’s outcomes, productivity, quality of results, and the appropriate management of assigned resources.
• Ensures that the work environment of their team remains safe and healthy. Enforces and applies LIST HSE rules, alert of potential dangers and risks, and ensure their team has acquired the mandatory HSE skills established by LIST.

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Education

Extensive knowledge of Finance and deep understanding of related areas, obtained through master’s degree in finance combined with 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar position and continuous advanced training in their field of activity.

Experience and skills

• Solid experience in the lead of financial activities assuming responsibilities as expert and team leader. Ability and experience in leading teams composed of highly skilled professionals.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong strategy, management, and leadership skills.
• Excellent skills in the use of large ERP systems and IT financial tools.
• Excellent command of data visualization tools, MS Excel, etc.
• Strong knowledge of project management. Acts as a project manager.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (EN/FR fluent, both orally and in writing).
• Having a solid understanding of research companies is an added advantage
• A strong understanding of the LIST RDI activities and priorities is considered a valuable asset.

Language skills

• English and French fluent, both orally and in writing.

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 fulfill 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 lunch vouchers

Apply online

Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience;
• A detailed CV

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.