About the Job

SLU Aqua has approximately 90% external funding with many contracts and funders to manage according to the specific regulations that apply to the university as a government authority as well as for each respective funder. Your tasks will be varied, where collaboration with colleagues and overall responsibility, taking charge of a process from start to finish, are key concepts.

You will work practically with project accounting and project administration. This involves supporting project leaders in developing project budgets, registering and reviewing contracts from external grant and assignment providers, practically following up on project outcomes and making reallocations where necessary. You will also support project leaders with financial information in connection with final reports. This work is coordinated by our department economist, and you will work closely in a team. It may also be relevant to act as a sounding board in project leaders' work with procurement of goods or services. Other tasks within the financial area may also be included in the position.

As an economist with us, you will contribute alongside your colleagues to the development of economic and administrative processes. The administrative unit is led by the administrative manager, who is also your immediate supervisor.

Your Background

Qualifications Required:

Education:

Post-secondary education in economics. Alternatively, a high school education in economics with several years of work experience in a relevant field.

Experience/Knowledge:

At least two years of current experience working with accounting and bookkeeping.
Experience working closely with operations and accustomed to collaborating at different levels.
Very good written and spoken communication skills in Swedish and good knowledge of English are required.

System Skills:

You have a high general proficiency with systems and are accustomed to working with Excel as a working tool (SLU Aqua currently uses the ERP financial system).

Qualifications Desirable:

Experience working with project accounting
Experience with project follow-up with various funders, such as the EU.
Experience working with finance in the public sector, particularly in higher education.
Knowledge of procurement (LOU) and experience reading and interpreting contracts.
Very good Excel skills, preferably including pivot tables.

Personal Attributes:

In this role, you will be in contact with many people, so your personal attributes such as the ability to collaborate, provide good service, and work systematically are particularly important.

Key Competencies for the Position:

Responsibility - you take responsibility for the collective result and do what needs to be done for the organization to achieve its goals.
Flexibility - you can adapt your working methods to changing conditions and act unpretentiously in connection with changes.
Attention to Detail - you identify and follow up on details in your work, ensuring that nothing is left to chance or overlooked.
Collaboration and Communication - you pay attention to others' opinions and expertise and develop relationships. You also have a good ability to share and receive information and can explain clearly.

In the recruitment process, we place great emphasis on personal attributes.

About Us

The Department of Aquatic Resources (SLU Aqua) monitors and evaluates the condition and development of aquatic ecosystems and how resource utilization affects these ecosystems. The research includes studies of the status of fish and shellfish stocks, ecosystem analysis and interactions, spatial analyses, effects of human impact on fish and ecosystems, fish conservation and fishing methods, aquaculture and its effects. Biological advice for management and sustainable use is one of the department's main tasks, as well as being responsible for Sweden's part of the EU's marine data collection program and conducting national environmental monitoring. The department has locations in 4 areas, with main locations in Uppsala (Ultuna), Öregrund, Lysekil, Stockholm (Drottningholm), and two field stations.

Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ (https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/)

Location:

Drottningholm, Stockholm

Employment Type:

Permanent position. SLU may apply a probationary period.

Extent:

100%

Start Date:

As soon as possible and by agreement.

Application:

Welcome with your application via the application button below by 2026-02-23.

Union Contacts:

https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ (https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/)

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable living, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems, and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main locations are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but activities are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks, and educational sites across the country.

SLU has over 4000 employees, 6000 students and doctoral candidates, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campuses. We strive for a gender-equal and inclusive work environment where open conversations between people with different experiences lay the foundation for scientific rigor, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.