Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 2 billion per year. We are currently 1,500 employees and have 17,900 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope that you will help us build the sustainable companies and societies of the future. We are now looking for an economist for the university's business support. The position is a permanent position at the Accounting and Financial Control unit, which is the university's central finance function. The unit is responsible for, among other things, the university's financial accounting as well as financial planning, control and follow-up for central operational support and university-wide activities. As an economist, you will primarily be responsible for budgeting, follow-up and financial accounting for some of the university's departments within the central business support. The work is done in close collaboration with the departments' management and operations, and as an economist you are a support around the budget and follow-up for the operations and the projects that are conducted. You present the departments'/projects' finances and assist with decision-making, calculations, follow-up/accounting and some ongoing accounting and supplier invoices. Financial reconciliations and statistical data may also be involved. Qualifications The position requires a degree in economics at university level, preferably with a focus on accounting. You must be able to express yourself well in speech and writing in both Swedish and English. If you have worked for a few years with accounting and/or have experience of project accounting, this is a merit. Good knowledge of Excel is also a merit. We attach great importance to your personal qualities characterized by good teamwork and a great sense of service. You have good analytical skills, are outgoing, work independently, have a structured approach and are a driver of change. You take great responsibility for your tasks, are used to taking initiative and are comfortable presenting financial information. Scope and location We are looking for an economist for permanent full-time employment with a location in Luleå. Possibility of remote work up to 40 percent. Probationary employment may be applied. Further information For questions about the position, please contact Maria Öberg, Head of Accounting and Financial Control, 0920-49 1018, maria.oberg@ltu.se. Trade union representatives: SACO-S Kjell Johansson 0920-49 1529, kjell.johansson@ltu.se OFR-S Marika Vesterberg, 0920-49 1721, marika.vesterberg@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below, where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume and diploma. Please mark your application with the reference number below. The application and diploma must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: November 19, 2024 Reference number: 4424-2024