EU Controller at Vinnova – Contribute to Sweden's Innovation Strength in Europe

Verket För Innovationssystem · Full-time

Stockholm, Sweden

Do you want to work with financial monitoring of EU-funded projects and help strengthen Sweden's position in European research and innovation? Vinnova is now recruiting an experienced EU Controller to our Finance Unit. What we offer Vinnova is a modern agency with strong focus on sustainability, both internally and externally. Our vision is to be Sweden's most attractive public sector employer. To achieve this, we offer you excellent opportunities for professional development, generous wellness benefits, and a wide range of employee activities. We are located in modern offices in central Stockholm and have an open, innovative, and collaborative culture. At Vinnova, you have the opportunity to work close to our mission of critical importance to society – strengthening Sweden's innovation capacity and contributing to sustainable growth and social benefit. Learn more about us and our employment offering at https://www.vinnova.se/m/arbeta-hos-oss/. Role Description As an EU Controller at Vinnova, you will play a key role in ensuring correct and efficient accounting and reporting of the EU partnership programs. In this role, you will also have coordinating responsibility for the EU-funded research partnership RAMP (Raw Materials Partnership for the Green and Digital Transition), coordinated by Vinnova to ensure sustainable access to critical raw materials. You will work closely with project managers and other internal functions to monitor, report, and ensure quality in the financial accounting of our EU-funded initiatives. Your work will mainly consist of: Financial monitoring and reporting of EU projects according to current regulations. Ensuring that project accounting complies with both EU and state requirements. Collaborating with project managers, controllers, and external partners. Participating in audits and reviews from the EU Commission and national authorities. Developing and improving internal procedures related to EU project finances. Conducting training sessions and information meetings together with other colleagues in EU projects. Contributing to other financial tasks in the unit as needed. Qualification Requirements At least two years of post-secondary education in finance or accounting At least three years of experience with independent work in accounting and financial reporting, plus experience with externally funded projects. Work experience with budgeting and forecasting, as well as providing financial support to project managers and others in senior positions. Work experience in EU project finance within the past five years. Very good command of Swedish and English, both written and spoken. Merit Qualifications Experience working with Unit4 ERP (Agresso). Work experience in public sector finance and accounting. Work experience with closing of accounts and annual financial statements. Personal Qualities When hiring, we place great importance on personal qualities. We are looking for someone who is good at collaborating and communicating with different parts of the organization. You are skilled at making financial concepts understandable regardless of audience. As a person, you are thorough, structured, and self-directed. You have an eye for detail without losing sight of the bigger picture. Vinnova is a learning organization and we welcome you sharing your ideas and knowledge. Our values – respect, accountability, and courage – guide your daily work. Location We apply hybrid work arrangements, where our employees have the opportunity to combine working from home and in the office. At least half of your working time should be spent at our activity-based office at Mäster Samuelsgatan 56, which is a couple of minutes' walk from Stockholm Central Station. Employment Type This is a permanent position with a six-month probation period. About Vinnova Vinnova is Sweden's innovation agency. We open up opportunities for innovation that delivers sustainable solutions and strengthens Swedish competitiveness. Learn more at https://www.vinnova.se/ Contact Want to know more? Feel free to contact Nicklas Larsson, head of the Finance Unit, by phone 08-473 3065 or email [email protected] We decline all recruitment and advertising assistance. Trade Union Representatives Representative for ST is Jonathan Nylander 08-473 30 24. For SACO-S it is Karin Stenström 08-473 31 52. Application Welcome to apply through our recruitment portal by October 4, 2026. Before you apply, we would like you to read information about our recruitment process https://www.vinnova.se/m/arbeta-hos-oss/sa-gar-en-rekrytering-till/ and about outside employment https://www.arbetsgivarverket.se/arbetsgivarguiden/bisysslor We strive for a balanced gender distribution and value the qualities that cultural and ethnic diversity bring to our organization. Vinnova works competency-based to promote an objective and non-discriminatory recruitment process. This means, among other things, that you should not submit a cover letter and that you may be asked to take occupational psychology tests in this recruitment.