• As the Head of Financial Controlling, you will oversee the financial planning, reporting, and analysis for our institute, ensuring transparency and compliance across public subventions and service activities. You will report directly to the CFO and lead a team of controllers, playing a key role in strategic decision-making and resource allocation.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and mid-year forecasts aligned with the institute’s scientific and operational goals.
• Monitor and analyze the financial health of the institute, providing actionable insights to the CFO and senior management.
• Set up units/departments' P&L for monthly follow-up.
• Develop and enhance existing ERP and reporting tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.

Funding & Compliance

• Oversee the financial administration of public subventions, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Manage the financial aspects of service activities, including pricing, contract cost tracking, and viability analysis.
• Implement recurrent meetings with research units and service/department heads to discuss project progress, financial needs, and resource allocation.
• In collaboration with the Grants Office, liaise with funding agencies, auditors, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and transparency.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of ~3 controllers, fostering a culture of accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• In collaboration with accounting, streamline financial processes and implement best practices in financial controlling. Challenge the status quo and encourage a right-first-time mindset.

Strategic Support

• Provide financial expertise to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and risk management.
• Develop a monthly dashboard and KPIs.
• Collaborate with units/department heads to align financial resources with research priorities and operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. An advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
• Experience: 7+ years in financial controlling, preferably in research, academic, or life sciences environment. Experience with public funding and service activities is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial modeling, and reporting tools. Familiarity with grant management tools is a plus.
• Advanced ability in financial modeling, forecasting, and budget scenario analysis.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting, cost control, and financial performance measurement.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, variance analysis, and financial statement interpretation.
• Good understanding of Cambodian accounting standards and alignment with international financial practices (IFRS or equivalent).