Jönköping University is a foundation-based higher education institution consisting of 5 different companies, of which 4 are university colleges and University Services. University Services provides essentially all support operations. The Finance and Procurement Department is one of nine departments within University Services with approximately 30 employees.
Two unit managers for the Finance and Procurement Department are sought – Make a difference in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization at Jönköping University
Do you want to be part of an organization that puts people first? At Jönköping University (JU), we work based on our vision "People First", where we strive to create an inclusive and sustainable future for students, staff, and society at large. Through a trust-based approach, we strengthen our collaboration and ability to meet future challenges.
As a unit manager in the Finance and Procurement Department, you will have a key role in translating this vision into practice by contributing to the institution's development.
About the Role
We are now seeking two unit managers for the Finance and Procurement Department. As a unit manager, you have overall responsibility for leading, developing, and monitoring operations within your unit. You actively contribute to the department's and institution's continued development.
The work tasks are of both an operational and strategic nature. You report directly to the Finance Director and are organizationally placed within the Finance and Procurement Department.
The Finance and Procurement Department is in a strong development phase, including the implementation of new system support. The roles are new and you will have the opportunity to help shape the institution's finance and procurement operations together with the Finance Director and staff.
As a leader, you create conditions for employees to develop and perform through trust-based leadership. You are responsible for operations, personnel, and finances within your unit and ensure that work is conducted efficiently, with legal certainty, and with high quality.
Unit Manager Controlling
The unit is responsible for the institution's financial management, budget and forecast processes, and qualified support to management and operations in financial matters.
Your main responsibilities include:
Lead and develop the unit's work within financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial monitoring
Coordinate and develop work with the institution's financial analyses and decision-making materials with a strong focus on Controlling
Ensure appropriate processes and methods for financial analysis and reporting
Provide qualified support to management and managers in strategic and financial matters
Participate in and lead development projects within finance and operations development
Unit Manager Accounting and Procurement
The unit is responsible for the institution's accounting, financial statements and annual report processes, as well as procurement and purchasing-related matters.
Your main responsibilities include:
Lead and develop work within accounting, financial statements, annual reports, and external reporting
Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal guidelines within the accounting field
Manage and develop the institution's procurement and purchasing processes and provide support to operations in procurement and purchasing matters
Drive development of procedures, processes, and systems within accounting and procurement
About You
We are looking for someone with an academic degree in a relevant field who thrives in a dynamic and changing environment. You have strong personal drive, analytical ability, and a solution-oriented approach that enables you to deliver results in line with set goals.
To succeed in the role, you need to have:
Strong ability to lead change and development work
Experience driving processes and achieving results in collaboration with others
Good analytical ability and a structured working approach
Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and priorities
Good collaboration skills and ability to build trustworthy relationships and networks
Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.
For both roles, experience working at a higher education institution is advantageous. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
What We Offer
We offer a permanent full-time position with flexible working hours and individual salary determination. JU is an organization that values diversity, innovation, and sustainability. As a unit manager in the Finance and Procurement Department, you will be an important part of an international environment characterized by development and collaboration in an international context. As an employee at JU, you benefit from various benefits which you can read more about on our website.
Application
Welcome to submit your application no later than August 9, 2026, in which you also indicate which unit manager position you are applying for. We welcome you to attach your CV and a personal letter in PDF format.
Jönköping University is a modern higher education institution characterized by its internationalization and entrepreneurial spirit. Here you will find highly qualified, innovative, and enterprising employees from around the world. We develop new knowledge and share expertise through sustainable collaborations with business, the public sector, and other academic institutions. We offer an equal and inclusive workplace and we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. Read more about us at www.ju.seJönköping University is a foundation-based higher education institution consisting of 5 different companies, of which 4 are university colleges and University Services. University Services provides essentially all support operations. The Finance and Procurement Department is one of nine departments within University Services with approximately 30 employees.
Two unit managers for the Finance and Procurement Department are sought – Make a difference in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization at Jönköping University
Do you want to be part of an organization that puts people first? At…