About the Role
The Controller Junior & Data Analyst plays a key role within the Finance Department, supporting the evolution towards a data-driven, efficient and strategically oriented finance function. Reporting to the Head of Controlling & Post-Award, the role combines financial analysis, business intelligence, process automation and digital transformation, with a strong cross-functional impact across Finance. The position acts as a key enabler of the department's transformation agenda, contributing to improved decision-making, operational efficiency and data quality.
Responsibilities
•Supporting the evolution towards a data-driven, efficient and strategically oriented finance function
•Contributing to improved decision-making, operational efficiency and data quality
•Working closely with Controlling, Accounting and Procurement to ensure consistency of financial data across teams
•Contributing to strategic initiatives requiring structured analysis
•Promoting a data-driven culture within Finance
•Supporting the alignment of digital tools with business needs
•Supporting budget monitoring, financial execution and analytical reporting for research projects
•Designing and maintaining financial dashboards and monitoring financial and operational KPIs
Requirements
•Approximately 3 years of experience in finance, controlling, data analysis, or a related field, or an equivalent level of knowledge and competencies
•Experience with Power BI and advanced Excel
•Able to support budget monitoring, financial execution and analytical reporting for research projects
•Interest in data, automation, continuous improvement and process standardisation
•Able to work across teams and contribute to cross-functional Finance initiatives
•A degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or a similar field
•Fluent in Spanish and/or Catalan
•Advanced level of English
•Advanced Excel and Power BI skills
•Able to design and maintain financial dashboards and monitor financial and operational KPIs
•Knowledge of data quality, data consistency and basic data governance principles
•Interest in digital tools, automation and business intelligence applied to finance processes
•Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
•Structured, reliable and quality-oriented working style
•Ability to collaborate with different Finance teams and stakeholders
•Motivation to learn and contribute to Finance digital transformation
•Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Nice to Have
•Experience in a research institute environment and hands-on experience with ERP systems
•Experience with ERP systems or participation in ERP implementation, testing, validation or user adoption
•Experience with process automation tools, including Power Platform, Excel-based automation or similar digital tools
•Experience setting up projects and keeping funds and grants accounting records updated in an ERP environment
•A master's in Data Analysis or a related area
Conditions
•Permanent contract
•Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with CRG's pay scales
•Highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures and unique professional career development opportunities
•Diverse and inclusive environment, welcoming applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity
•Commitment to reconciling work and family life, including extended vacation period and the possibility of flexible working hours
