ABOUT EIT FOOD
EIT Food is Europe’s leading food innovation initiative, working to make the food system more sustainable, healthy and trusted by consumers. Established by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) in 2017, EIT Food is a fast-growing partnership organisation focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation in the food sector.
As an Institutionalised European Partnership, it brings together key industry players, agri-food startups, research centres and universities from across Europe representing the food value chain in Europe. In addition to thematic leadership, EIT Food is also responsible for coordinating a multi-million euro EU grant allocation from the EIT and distributing it among its partners and stakeholders for the implementation of projects. EIT Food aims to achieve long term financial sustainability and independence from EIT funding, and is implementing a Financial Sustainability Plan which is detailed in the EIT Food Strategic Agenda 2021-2027.
EIT Food headquarters (HQ) are based in Leuven (Belgium) and it has 5 regional offices in Europe (based in Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK and Belgium), each working with and for partners in several EIT Food partner countries.
Visit our website to find out more: https://www.eitfood.eu
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Finance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of the UK Branch operations including accounting, financial reporting and grant management activities. They will also be a point of contact between the Partnership team and the Operations team, contributing to aspects of financial planning.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with a dotted line responsibility to Director of Partner Recruitment in their role within EIT Food UK. The position is UK based, working from home or at our co-working space in Reading if desired. The position is for 0.8 to 1 FTE with flexibility in delivery days upon agreement.
Key Responsibilities
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
WHAT WE OFFER
Working at EIT Food means joining a team of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating a better future through food innovation. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, inventiveness, inclusivity, and constructive feedback. All employees are encouraged to contribute their ideas and expertise towards our mission of creating a more sustainable and inclusive food system.
Together, we're making a real impact on the food industry and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join us.
As a valued member of our team, we'll provide you with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
CONTRACT TYPE
1 year temporary role.
LOCATION & TRAVEL FREQUENCY
UK based role, working remotely. Occasional travel may be foreseen to attend group-wide Finance meetings, or visit regional offices.
APPLICATION PROCESS
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
EIT Food is an equal opportunity employer, offering each candidate matching the minimum obligatory qualifications and experiences an equal chance in employment and promotion procedures.
Location: | Reading, United Kingdom, Hybrid/Remote |
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Salary: | Competitive |
Hours: | Full Time, Part Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 22nd July 2024 |
Closes: | 11th August 2024 |
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