Controller and data analyst in biomedical research

Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG); Barcelona; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona is seeking a Controller Junior & Data Analyst to support evolving a data-driven finance function. You will analyze data, build dashboards, automate processes and collaborate across Controlling, Accounting and Procurement to improve decision-making and data quality.

You will contribute to digital transformation, budget monitoring and analytical reporting for research projects, with a focus on cross-functional finance initiatives and continuous

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of experience in finance, controlling, data analysis or related field.
• Experience with Power BI and advanced Excel.
• Ability to design and maintain financial dashboards and monitor KPIs.
• Fluent in Spanish and/or Catalan with advanced English.

Responsibilities

• Support budget monitoring, financial execution and analytical reporting for research projects.
• Design and maintain financial dashboards and monitor financial and operational KPIs.
• Work across Controlling, Accounting and Procurement to ensure data consistency across teams.
• Promote data-driven culture and contribute to Finance digital transformation.

Skills

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Finance knowledge

ERP experience

Education

Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering degree

Tools

Power Platform

ERP systems

Job description

Описание:

The Controller Junior & Data Analyst plays a key role within the Finance Department, supporting the evolution towards a data-driven, efficient and strategically oriented finance function. Reporting to the Head of Controlling & Post-Award, the role combines financial analysis, business intelligence, process automation and digital transformation, with a strong cross-functional impact across Finance. The position acts as a key enabler of the department's transformation agenda, contributing to improved decision-making, operational efficiency and data quality.

Задачи:

supporting the evolution towards a data-driven, efficient and strategically oriented finance function contributing to improved decision-making, operational efficiency and data quality works closely with Controlling, Accounting and Procurement to ensure consistency of financial data across teams contributes to strategic initiatives requiring structured analysis promotes a data-driven culture within Finance supports the alignment of digital tools with business needs support budget monitoring, financial execution and analytical reporting for research projects design and maintain financial dashboards and monitor financial and operational KPIs

Требования:

You have approximately 3 years of experience in finance, controlling, data analysis, or a related field, or can demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge and competencies. You have experience with Power BI and advanced Excel You are able to support budget monitoring, financial execution and analytical reporting for research projects You have an interest in data, automation, continuous improvement and process standardisation You are able to work across teams and contribute to cross-functional Finance initiatives You hold a degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or a similar field You are fluent in Spanish and/or Catalan You have an advanced level of English You have advanced Excel and Power BI skills You are able to design and maintain financial dashboards and monitor financial and operational KPIs You have knowledge of data quality, data consistency and basic data governance principles You have an interest in digital tools, automation and business intelligence applied to finance processes Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Structured, reliable and quality-oriented working style Ability to collaborate with different Finance teams and stakeholders Motivation to learn and contribute to Finance digital transformation Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Будет плюсом:

• Experience in a research institute environment and hands-on experience with ERP systems will be considered an asset
• Experience with ERP systems or participation in ERP implementation, testing, validation or user adoption
• Experience with process automation tools, including Power Platform, Excel-based automation or similar digital tools
• Experience setting up projects and keeping funds and grants accounting records updated in an ERP environment
• A master's in Data Analysis or a related area will be considered an asset

Условия:

Permanent contract Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.