"Financial Manager CoE CREATIC"

The Bursar of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University appoints a selection procedure for the position.

Financial Manager CoE CREATIC (with working hours 40 per week)

The CREATIC Centre of Excellence of the Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University in Brno was established on 1 January 2024 and focuses on research and development of cell and gene therapy for selected rare diseases.

Position Overview

The Financial Manager of the Centre of Excellence is responsible for the comprehensive financial management and economic administration of the centre in accordance with the university’s internal regulations, national legislation, and the requirements of funding providers (especially EU Structural Funds, national grant agencies, and international programs). The position is key to achieving the centre’s objectives and ensuring the financial stability, transparency, and sustainability of the centre’s research and innovation activities.

You can learn more about us on our website: creatic.muni.cz.

The scope of your work will be:

• Strategic planning and comprehensive financial management of the Centre of Excellence, including operational, institutional, project-based, and earmarked funding sources
• Preparation of financial and investment plans and budgets, including ongoing updates and monitoring
• Management of the centre’s own revenues (contract research, services, technology transfer, production), including planning, recording, and evaluation
• Preparation of financial reports for the centre’s management, the university, and funding providers
• Pricing of the centre’s services and products; participation in the development and updating of the investment plan
• Financial control, methodological coordination, and oversight of projects funded from national and international sources
• Monitoring the use of financial resources, evaluating financial risks, and proposing corrective measures
• Consolidation of financial data across funding sources and preparation of regular financial reports for management
• Close cooperation with other departments of the Faculty of Medicine and Masaryk University (finance, legal, project offices)
• Ensuring readiness for internal and external audits, including compliance with public funding and financial management rules
• Methodological support for department heads in financial management
• Setting up, implementing, and controlling financial processes and flows within the Centre of Excellence
• Other economic and financial activities related to the operation of a non-profit and publicly funded institution

Required qualification:

• University degree in Economics (Master’s level minimum)
• Proven experience in financial management (min. 3 years)
• Experience with financial management of investment and non-investment projects funded from national or international sources is an advantage
• Good knowledge of accounting; previous experience as a Chief/Senior Accountant
• Familiarity with accounting and tax regulations relevant to public universities
• Strong analytical thinking, ability to work with financial data, and interpret economic indicators
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Active knowledge of the Czech language
• Active knowledge of English (min. B2)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software

We offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a newly established international university centre, unique in the Czech Republic
• Motivating, responsible, and diverse work in a friendly team
• Flexible working hours
• Employee benefits: 6 weeks of vacation, meal allowance, pension contribution, vaccinations, etc.

Workplace: Palachovo nám. 726/3, 625 00 Brno

Type of contract: 1-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of further extension

Job type: 40 hours per week (1,0)

Gross Salary: 75 000 – 90 000 CZK

Start date: May 2026 or upon agreement

How to apply?

Please submit your application, including your CV, cover letter, expected salary, and earliest possible start date, via the online application form by the above-mentioned deadline.

Your application must include the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Proof of qualifications (copies of diplomas)
• Contact details for two referees (email, phone number)

After successfully submitting your application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of acceptance by email.

For more information, please contact us by email at petra.osmerova@med.muni.cz.