Financial Officer

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is a decentralised agency of the European Union responsible for the scientific evaluation, supervision and safety monitoring of medicines. By supporting innovation and ensuring high standards of public health protection, EMA plays a central role in safeguarding the health of patients across Europe. The Agency operates in a dynamic, international and multicultural environment, working closely with EU institutions, national authorities and global partners.

Manage end to end financial operations with a focus on accuracy and transparency
Oversee the full cycle of financial transactions, including revenue and expenditure
Ensure compliance with financial rules, regulations and internal procedures
Contribute to forecasting activities and strategic financial planning
Provide financial guidance and support to internal stakeholders
Lead and contribute to initiatives focused on process optimisation
Support the modernisation of workflows through automation and AI driven tools
Contribute to training initiatives to strengthen financial knowledge across the Agency

Detail oriented and analytical mindset
Strong understanding of financial rules and regulations
Proactive approach with high integrity and commitment to continuous improvement

Eligibility requirements:
Full rights as a citizen of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway
Fulfilment of applicable military service obligations
Thorough knowledge of English at C1 level
Satisfactory knowledge of another EU official language at B2 level

Education and experience:

University degree of at least three years in Business, Economics, Finance, Accountancy, Law, Public or Business Administration or related field
Minimum two years of relevant professional experience

Skills and knowledge:
Strong numerical skills
Strategic coordination and analytical thinking
Research and critical thinking skills
Business analysis and process design
Knowledge of ERP systems and databases
Proficiency in MS Office

Competencies:

Understanding business context - Intermediate
Continuous improvement - Intermediate
Applied knowledge - Intermediate
Adaptability and agility - Intermediate
Coping with pressure and setbacks - Intermediate
Analysing and problem solving - Intermediate
Ethics and integrity - Intermediate
Team collaboration - Intermediate
Customer centricity - Intermediate
Results orientation - Intermediate
Communication - Intermediate
Cross cultural sensitivity - Intermediate
Continuous learning and self development - Basic

Nice to have:

Experience with public budgeting at European or international level
Experience presenting financial and budget reports
Innovative digital mindset

Experience with workflow or tracking tools such as Microsoft Power Automate or similar
Advanced Excel skills
Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CFP or equivalent

Opportunity to work for a key European public health institution
International and multicultural working environment
Exposure to modern financial systems and digital transformation initiatives
Strong ethical culture and collaborative teams
Support for professional development and continuous learning

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