LNDS - 099 - Finance Analyst I (fixed term 12 months)

Who we are

Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) is a brand of PNED G.I.E. an organisation created by the Luxembourg Government, to implement Luxembourg’s strategies in research, innovation, and digitalisation. LNDS enables value creation from secondary use of data, for public and private partners and supports the sharing and re-use of public sector data, in a trustable manner. The LNDS service portfolio includes know-how, capabilities, tools, infrastructure, and data services. Through efficient & responsible use of data and improving the secondary use of data, LNDS will support the acceleration of economic, ecological, and societal transitions.
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Purpose of the job / project

As a growing organisation and we are seeking to strengthen our Finance function during a
transition phase.
The Finance Analyst I is a hands-on, high-impact support role, designed to:
• structure and scale finance processes
• improve reporting quality and data reliability
• support the implementation of tools and ways of working
You will contribute across all core finance activities, working closely with the Finance Manager and
Controller, and playing a key role in improving how finance operates.
This role is transversal, dynamic, and highly exposed, ideal for someone who wants to understand
how a finance function scales in a growing organisation.
It is a temporary role supporting the transition toward a lean and sustainable finance model, where
structured processes and tools replace manual complexity.

What you will do

Data & Reporting
You will help build a solid and reliable data foundation:
• Consolidate financial data across:
o EU projects
o internal reporting
o budget tracking
• Maintain and update financial tracking files
• Ensure traceability, consistency and quality of financial data
• Support preparation of:
o reporting templates
o dashboards
o structured outputs

Budget & Financial Planning
You will be directly involved in budget preparation cycles:
• Support the preparation of:
o annual budget
o multi-year financial planning
• Consolidate inputs from different stakeholders
• Maintain and improve budget tracking and updates
• Support budget tracking for EU project beneficiaries
• Contribute to structuring and improving financial outputs

Tooling & Process Improvement
You will contribute to making finance more efficient and scalable:
• Support implementation and improvement of finance tools
• Develop and maintain:
o reporting templates
o structured workflows
• Document finance processes and practices
• Contribute to improving:
o AP / AR visibility
o expense tracking
o procurement workflows

Cross-Finance Contribution
You will work across multiple finance topics and gain broad exposure:
o EU project reporting
o External stakeholders reporting
o audit preparation (data level)
o procurement tracking

Who you are

Required skills and qualifications
• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field
• 0 to 2 years' experience with preferably a first experience (internship or junior role) in finance or data with exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, data consolidation
• Interest in tooling and process improvement
• Strong analytical and data skills
• Proficient in Excel / data handling
• Structured, detail-oriented, and organised
• Strong ability to work across multiple topics simultaneously

About us

What we offer

• Dynamic and innovative work environment
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• European recognition and impactful projects
• Shape the future of the data revolution

What sets us apart
The Luxembourg National Data Service is a modern and dynamic undertaking. We embrace a Lean and Agile mindset, combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the responsibility of a public body on a national mission. We will be a partner of society and industry, collaborating with a hugely diverse group of stakeholders in public research, public authorities, European institutions, academic and private institutions, and small, medium and large companies. Therefore, we have an international and multilingual character. Even in this rather ambitious context, we preserve a warm and personal atmosphere.
Inclusion and diversity are some of our key values. We ensure that everyone has employment and career opportunities in accordance with their skills and aspirations, respecting and being mindful of their individual characteristics.
Join LNDS and revolutionise the data economy!
Be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and making a tangible impact. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, gaining European recognition in the prestigious European Data Spaces initiative. Shape a transformative future in the data revolution.

Apply now!

Information for Recruitment Agencies:
LNDS as well as all related entities do not accept any candidate submission from unsolicited third parties. Candidates presented by unsolicited third parties (such as recruitment agencies, head hunters etc.), will not be entered into the recruitment process and will not be considered further. Further on, no contractual relationship will result out of such a submission between LNDS and a third party. LNDS is not obligated nor willing to pay any fee to third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS.

Data Processing:
LNDS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees within the recruitment process. LNDS complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination. Please note that LNDS is supported by Serendi for Talent Acquisition Services. As LNDS's Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider, Serendi is exclusively in charge of the above-mentioned position. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. Please see the Recruitment Data Privacy Statement for more information. If you have any questions your recruiter will be happy to help. www.serendi.com

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