Head of Finance

RWI is an academic institution with offices and programs covering 40 countries. In the spirit of the SDG’s we work on human rights issues in the global North and South. We combine evidence-based human rights research and education with direct engagement in close collaboration with our partners to bring about human rights change for all. We are a network based institute. Our mission is to contribute to a wider understanding of, and respect for, human rights and international humanitarian law with the vision to contribute to just and inclusive societies with the effective realization of human rights for all. For further information, see http://rwi.lu.se/.

 

Summary

The Raoul Wallenberg Institute seeks candidates for the position as Head of Finance (HoF) to our head office in Lund.

 

The HoF takes responsibility for all areas of finance, providing robust financial reporting and impactful business insights and contributes in line with the Institute´s values, mission and  vision. The HoF will report to the Deputy Director/Head of Finance and Administration and assume an operative, as well as strategic role in the overall management of the Institute.


The HoF is managing the departement of Finance, which currently consists of two (2) staff members, one Accountant and one Accounting Assistant/Payroll administrator.    


This is a full-time position with an expected start date between 9-16 May 2022. 

 

Main Tasks and Responsibilities


• Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met;
• Recruit, maintain and developing staff within the Financial department;
• Providing advice and support on financial issues, to Management and Units/Offices;
• In consultation with the Deputy Director manage and invest the institute’s cash assets, according to instructions from the Board of Trustees;
• Responsible for development of systems for financial and payroll administration as well as for development of reporting models;
• Responsible for correct reporting of tax and VAT;
• Responsible for creating and updating budgets and forecasts for the institute, as well as monthly and annual reports;
• Produce the Annual Report (årsredovisning inkl. förvaltningsberättelse); 
• Produce other financial reports to the management and the Board; 
• Compile necessary documentation for audit, both for the institute and for project audit;
• Responsible for contacts with auditors, bank and tax and other legal authorities regarding financial and payroll matters.

 

Required skills


• Bachelor's degree in business administration or economics, a minimum of 5 years documented experience in a senior role
• Minimum 3 years managerial experience, including staff supervision
• Solid knowledge of Swedish accounting standards and tax laws
• Fluent in Swedish with good Business English communication skills
• Good understanding of financial principles and excellent Excel skill
• Documented experience in and high ability of using and adopting financial software systems

 

Preferred skills


• Experience of working in different business sectors
• Experience of using Maconomy software


To be successful in this position at Raoul Wallenberg Institute, you are a strong analytical person with a high level of integrity, who demonstrates a great interest in and understanding of others. As a manager, you listen and communicate proactively, as well as motivate and empower others. You have a well-developed ability to take initiative, prioritise work tasks and complete tasks within given timeframes. You make presentations with skill and confidence.

 

Application procedure

Submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter by clicking on "Apply" and following the instructions. Please note that we only accept applications via the RWI website. The deadline for applications is 15 December 2021. The first round of interviews will be conducted between 12-17 January 2022. 

RWI is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes all applicants regardless of sex/gender, disability, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or age.

For further information about the position, please contact  Rolf Ring, Deputy Director, at rolf.ring@rwi.lu.se or Nina Blidfors Frykman, Head of Human Resources, at nina.frykman@rwi.lu.se. For union related questions, please contact Alejandro Fuentes, Chair of the Local Academic Union Club, alejandro.fuentes@rwi.lu.se.