EU Research Projects Finance & Admin Specialist

Universidad Complutense de Madrid; España; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Job summary

Universidad Complutense de Madrid is seeking a dedicated professional to manage EU project finances within its Oficina Europea de I+D - OTRI. The role covers financial reporting, audits, GAP administration, and budget monitoring for Horizon Europe projects.

Required are extensive EU project management experience, strong budgeting skills, and knowledge of regulatory procedures. The position is permanent, full-time, based in Spain, with a focus on compliance and institutional liaison.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in EU Project Management in a research support structure.
• Solid experience in preparing financial statements and cost claims for EU Framework Programme projects.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, cash-flow monitoring and cost eligibility.
• Audit experience and support during ex-ante and ex-post audits and CFS checks.

Responsibilities

• Financial reporting, cost justifications, and submission of statements in line with EC rules.
• Audit management and compliance support, including documentation for EC/ECA checks.
• Grant Agreement Preparation (GAP) and administrative management with EC officers.
• Financial planning, forecasting, and budget monitoring across project life cycles.
• Procurement verification and subcontracting control for EU projects.
• Timesheet advice and cost-eligibility guidance for staff.
• Provide portal support via EU Funding & Tenders Portal (F&T Portal).
• Liaise with EC Project & Financial Officers and audit bodies.

Skills

EU Project Management

Financial Reporting

Budgeting & Costing

Audit Support

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Tools

UNIVERSITAS XXI System

FUNDANET

Job description

Universidad Complutense de Madrid is seeking a dedicated professional to manage EU project finances within its Oficina Europea de I+D - OTRI. The role covers financial reporting, audits, GAP administration, and budget monitoring for Horizon Europe projects.

Required are extensive EU project management experience, strong budgeting skills, and knowledge of regulatory procedures. The position is permanent, full-time, based in Spain, with a focus on compliance and institutional liaison.