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Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher education with over 37,000 students and approximately 4,700 employees. The university offers a diversity of high-quality programs and world-leading research in several scientific fields, and it was here that the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campus makes it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, fostering a dynamic and open culture.

The societal transformation and the significant green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, it is about conducting research on – and in the midst of – a transforming society. It is also about delivering education for regions that need to expand quickly and sustainably. This is where the future is created.

Are you interested in learning more? Read more here (https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/om-universitetet-som-arbetsplats/).

Description

The Finance Unit is the university's cohesive resource for the financial administrative process.

We have four operational areas: accounting, accounts receivable, procurement, and purchasing, as well as financial systems. We also have a finance pool that serves as a consulting support to institutions and units within Umeå University. Through our work, we contribute to increased competence, which in turn leads to quality-assured accounting for the entire university.

We are now looking for someone who wants to work as a financial administrator with us in the Finance Unit. The work is independent but part of a team with others.

We offer you

a creative and inspiring environment where you will have a varied job with the opportunity to plan and take your own initiatives. Umeå University also offers the possibility to combine stimulating tasks with a balanced life situation. Read more about Umeå University and its benefits here (https://www.umu.se/jobba-hos-oss/formaner/).

Job Responsibilities

You will work with the control of incoming invoices in the invoice center, bookkeeping of income, customer support via email and phone, financial administration, bookkeeping, invoice coding, ongoing financial work, and other financial administrative tasks at the Finance Unit. The tasks may change based on the needs of the operation and your competencies.

Qualifications

We are looking for you with relevant and current:

• financial education at the high school level in the economic field or equivalent competence acquired through professional experience

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is structured and has a very good ability to organize, plan, and prioritize tasks. You are also responsible and meticulous. Furthermore, you have a service-oriented attitude, good collaboration skills, and the ability to adapt to new tasks and situations. The work is largely independent, and you plan your work based on given deadlines. You should have an understanding of the financial administrative process.

Meritorious

• previous work experience in the economic field
• knowledge of state regulations in the economic field
• knowledge of the university's internal regulations

We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

Conditions

The position is full-time and permanent. A probationary period may apply.

Application

You submit your application via the university's recruitment system Varbi, and it must be received by Umeå University no later than 2026-02-05. In this recruitment, you only apply with your CV. In the application form, you will be asked questions about why you are applying for the advertised position and provide information about your skills and experience related to the advertised position.

For further information, please contact Deputy Unit Manager Birgitta Berglund at tel 090-786 51 68 or email [email protected].

Welcome with your application!

Umeå University aims to offer an equal and equitable environment where open conversations between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current position.

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