Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and mid-year forecasts aligned with the institute’s scientific and operational goals.
• Monitor and analyze 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/departments 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 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.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
• 7+ years in financial controlling, preferably in research, academic, or life sciences environment. Experience with public funding and service activities is highly desirable.
• 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).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.
• Problem-solving mindset, capable of interpreting complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills, able to present financial insights clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management ability, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Effective organization and time management skills, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Adaptability and flexibility in working within a dynamic, multicultural, and interdisciplinary environment.
• Integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to transparency in all financial processes.
• Integrity, reliability, and confidentiality in managing financial data.
• Strategic mindset with operational precision.
• Proactive and solution-oriented, able to anticipate risks and propose improvements.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills promoting teamwork and professional development.
• Commitment to company’s mission in advancing science and public health in Cambodia.