Budget Officer/Controller (m/w/d)

Budget Officer/Controller (m/w/d)

The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG )is an institute of the renowned Max Planck Society conducting ground-breaking biomedical research at the cutting edge of science. The institute has an international staff of about 500 employees, from more than 50 nations around the world. Centered around the scientific question “how do cells form tissues?” the research program at MPI-CBG brings together biologists, chemists, theoretical physicists, and computer scientists to create a vibrant, interdisciplinary working environment.  The institute has recently expanded its research vision to encompass stem cell-derived models, synthetic tissue systems and organoid models. The institute is well known for its flat organizational structure, shared resources, equal opportunities, and support for families.

 We are looking to hire a

Budget Officer/Controller (m/w/d)

Main Responsibilities

As the budget officer in our Finance team, you are responsible for the operational controlling of our research groups, as well as all budget-related matters of the institute. You have a diverse spectrum of tasks and responsibilities with plenty of room for development and design:

• prepare and analyze monthly reports, target/actual comparisons and deviation analyses for the research group leaders as well as the overall budget of the institute, ensuring transparency
• active involvement in the further development of the existing reporting, as well as the controlling systems and tools
• work closely with our internal stakeholders and be the contact person for all budget-related issues
• support the preparation of the cost accounting and the pricing of the services and products of our research facilities
• invoicing of scientific services rendered by our research facilities, as well as monitoring heir income and expenses
• eventually becoming more involved in internal projects and further developing the ongoing digitalization of the existing financial systems and processes 
  

Essential Requirements

• fluent German and English (written and verbal)
• University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Controlling, Finance, economics or a comparable vocational training
• previous experience in a comparable position
• strong MS Office skills, especially Excel
• experience with SAP R/3 (FI and CO) or other comparable accounting systems 
• strong analytical approach to work, as well as high numeracy and IT skills

 Desirable Skills

• excitement to work in a renowned research institute and contribute toward science
• curiosity and strong interpersonal skills help you to quickly find your way in an international and diverse environment
  
• excellent initiative, a confident demeanor, as well as reliability and patience
• structured, independent, meticulous work style, with a quick grasp of the issues at hand

What We Offer

• Full time employment (39 hours/week) with salary according to TVöD Bund up to EG9C based on qualifications and experience. 
• Conditions and social benefits of the public service, including 30 days vacation, annual special payment, comprehensive insurance, and an attractive pension plan via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees' Retirement Fund).
• Long-term career perspective: initial 2-year work contract with the prospect of unlimited employment thereafter, subject to agreement by both parties.
• Discounted job ticket (VVO) and good public transport connections.
• Support for a positive work-life balance, including assistance with family and childcare.
• Warm and cooperative atmosphere with a modern and well-equipped workplace; a broad network for career development and training through the Max Planck Society.
• Secure job in turbulent times, where you are part of the scientific progress and can quickly take on more personal responsibility.
• Colorful and multicultural work environment with employees from over 50 nations.
• Flexible working hours; home-office option subject to agreement.

 Diverse interests, courage and drive to get things done are very welcome in our team.

 Are you intrigued? Then we look forward to receiving your application including:

• CV
• letter of motivation, listing your relevant experience and skills, what particularly appeals to you about this job, when you could start, and your salary expectations
• relevant certifications and references

Please upload the above listed documents with the keyword: 2025-BudgetOfficer-6000 by 31.05.2025 via our online application system.

Initial questions about the position can be addressed to Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, via hr@mpi-cbg.de. More information about our institute can be found here: www.mpi-cbg.de

Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics
Pfotenhauerstraße 108
01307 Dresden,  Germany
www.mpi-cbg.de

• The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, and other components of identity.
• The Max Planck Society specifically aims to increase the proportion of women in the areas in which they are underrepresented. We therefore explicitly invite women to apply.
• The Max Planck Society is further committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.
• The Max Planck Society supports the compatibility of family and career and is certified according to the "berufundfamilie" (“job and family”) audit.
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