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The University of Skövde is a central and leading actor in education, research, and collaboration that supports the transition towards a sustainable future – regionally, nationally, and internationally. Our 10,000 students and 500 employees create the prerequisites for society's digital transformation and sustainable development through high-quality education and research in selected areas. Welcome to a vibrant campus in the heart of Skaraborg.

About Us

Are you an economist looking to work in an stimulating environment where education and research are at the forefront? As an Economic Administrator at the University of Skövde, you will become part of the Department of Economics, Project, and Innovation Support. The department consists of 14 employees, and you will join the economic team, comprising seven dedicated colleagues who together form the financial hub of an operation with a turnover of nearly half a billion SEK.

At the University of Skövde, we work together, closely, and in a cross-disciplinary manner to create engagement, quality, and results on a vibrant campus. We share responsibility for tasks and work towards the organization's goals. The University's conditions create good opportunities for proximity and collaboration between departments, divisions, students, colleagues, and partners.

Your Role

As an Economic Administrator with us, you will have a varied and important role. You will support and assist the organization with economic administrative matters. In this role, you will plan your daily work independently while being part of a team with other economists. Your tasks range from ongoing accounting, customer and supplier accounts, payments, and the administration of payments from students from third countries.

You will also be involved in developing our processes, routines, and guidelines for economic work at the university. Together with your colleagues in the Department of Economics, Project, and Innovation Support, you will contribute to creating stable and efficient financial management, while we strive to improve and simplify where possible. Tasks such as handling fixed assets, payment files, and other economic processes are also included in the position.

Additional tasks may be included in the position.

We are looking for someone who has:

• An academic degree at least at the basic level with a focus on economics.
• Good teamwork skills.
• Good ability to express yourself well in both speech and writing in Swedish and English.

We will also value the following criteria during the hiring process:

• Documented experience in general economic work, preferably within the public sector.
• Experience working in economic systems or other database-based systems, as well as good IT skills.
• Good analytical skills, especially regarding numerical information.
• Good ability to independently organize and drive your own work.

In this position, great emphasis will be placed on documented experience in general economic work, preferably within the public sector.

Employment Type: This is a permanent position. The University may apply a six-month probation period.

Scope: 100%

Application Deadline: June 22, 2026

Reference Number: Ref no HS 2026/418

Start Date: According to agreement

Contact Information: Information about the position is provided by Department Head Stefan Axelsson. Union information is provided by Anders Johansson (Saco-S) or Maria Carlstedt (ST). All persons can be reached via the University's switchboard at 0500-44 80 00.

Application

You apply for the position via our website, www.his.se/jobb by clicking "Apply" at the bottom of the advertisement. There you can also read more about the University's recruitment process and what benefits you have as an employee with us. We look forward to receiving your application!

The following documents should be attached to your application:

• Cover letter
• CV with personal details, degrees, other education, previous employment, and other relevant experience
• Certificates/grades and other documents supporting your application