Senior
GE HealthCare · Budapest, Hungary · Hybrid
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Manage financial reporting and operational administration for externally funded research and innovation projects.
Worth knowing: Strong familiarity with EU programs like Horizon Europe is highly desirable.
Job Description Summary The Innovation Operations & Finance Specialist is responsible for the financial and operational management of externally funded research and innovation projects, including EU-funded programs such as Horizon Europe, IHI, and IMI, as well as national funding schemes, public-private partnerships, and international collaborations. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective grant administration, compliance with funding and contractual requirements, and audit readiness throughout the full project lifecycle. Working closely with Finance, Controllership, Legal, R&D, Compliance, Program Management teams, and external consortium partners, the specialist supports project execution, budget oversight, contract and grant management, stakeholder coordination, and reporting activities. The position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with donor regulations, managing project documentation, supporting audits, and driving continuous process improvements to ensure transparent, compliant, and timely project delivery. The ideal candidate brings experience in project finance, grants management, or innovation operations, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively across global teams in a fast-paced international environment. Job Description Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Ownership & Reporting Lead financial reporting activities for EU- and nationally funded projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance with donor rules and internal controls. Prepare periodic financial statements, cost claims, justifications, and supporting documentation in line with applicable funding regulations. Monitor budget consumption, eligible costs, cost allocation, and partner expenditures; identify risks, deviations, and mitigation actions. Review and validate cost claims from internal teams and external consortium partners. Support financial forecasting, budget reallocations, and project amendments during execution. Maintain all financial records in a continuous audit‑ready state. 2. Project Operations & Coordination Support the day‑to‑day operational execution of externally funded innovation projects across their full lifecycle. Track project milestones, deliverables, and reporting timelines.
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