Project Finance Administrative Specialist | Sachbearbeiter*in Projektfinanzen

DeutscheForschungsgemeinschaft Bereich Personal

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 15, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role seeks a Project Finance Administrative Specialist to manage the financial lifecycle of research projects within Germany's scientific self-governance organization in Bonn. Key responsibilities include performing financial accounting, controlling fund utilization, and managing all financial data related to grants and investments. The specialist will review decision documents and grant letters for financial correctness, process fund requests and payments, and provide crucial consultation to funded universities regarding the formal and financial execution of funding programs. Candidates must possess a completed administrative or commercial vocational qualification and substantial professional experience, particularly in budgeting, treasury, and accounting systems. Proficiency in IT finance applications, including Excel and administrative management software, is essential. This is a two-year fixed-term position offering flexible working hours and mobile work options.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training (Ausbildung) in a commercial or administrative field (e.g., Office Communication Specialist, Administrative Clerk).

Experience

  • Relevant professional experience in budgeting, treasury, and accounting
  • Professional experience using modern office communication systems
  • Professional experience with IT finance applications and administrative management software

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract for two years; Must be able to work in Bonn, Germany; Compensation based on TVöD Pay Grade 9a.