Back-end medewerker Europese partnerschappen
De Universiteit Gent is een wereld op zich. 15.000 medewerkers zijn er dagelijks aan de slag in onderwijs, onderzoek en ondersteunende diensten. Voor hen is de Universiteit Gent een logische keuze: het is een van de grootste, meest boeiende en toekomstgerichte werkgevers van de regio. We are looking for an enthusiast colleague who will support the financial aspects of the partnership. The EUPAHW back-end officer (he/she) will report to the EUPAHW coordinator and deputy coordinator and will be part of the Coordination Support Office. His/her main task will be to support the financial management of the UGent partners in the EUPAHW, including purchase orders, invoices, expenses reports, public procurements…. Ad hoc training and support from experienced front-end officer will be provided to the selected candidate (also with regards to SAP). In this function, he/she will in particular: Responsible for the expense management (purchase orders, invoices…) of the UGent budget of the EUPAHW within the internal financial system (SAP) at UGent (back-end office). Work in close collaboration with the Financial Manager (front-end office) of EUPAHW Provide financial guidance to support the management of the Partnership within UGent. Implement effective internal controls to safeguard project resources. Participate in audits related to the European project, with the support of the EUPAHW front-end Financial Manager and the EU Team / Central Administration at UGent. For more information about the content of the position, you can contact Nathalie Vanderheijden at or on +32 475 34 27 67. (Please note: do not submit your application by email; applications must be submitted online.) Knowledge and experience You have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration You have a proven experience as a Financial Manager, experience in projects involving large and international consortia is a plus You are familiar with EU-funded projects and financial reporting requirements You have an excellent understanding of financial planning, analysis, and reporting You have strong proficiency in relevant financial management software (Excel, SAP is a plus) You are reliable, meticulous, precise, organized and detail-oriented You have the ability to present synthetic financial data for decision-making processes Languages: Dutch and English. French is an asset Skills and attitudes You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You have strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively. You demonstrate high stress tolerance and resilience in demanding work environments. You are flexible and open-minded.