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Join the European Space Agency in shaping the future of the space industry as an Industrial Cost Auditor
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Salary
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Location
Multiple Locations - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join the European Space Agency (ESA), a pioneer in space technology and developments. ESA pours a sizable portion of its budget into contracts with the space industry and ensures proper returns for Member States, providing an excellent value-for-money proposition.
Role Summary
- Conduct and manage industrial cost analyses and auditing activities.
- Oversee auditing, analysis, and negotiation of industrial labour rates and overheads.
- Perform direct expenditure audits on contracts and financial viability audits.
- Ensure compliance with accounting principles and ESA rules during cost accounting.
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in business administration, corporate finance, auditing, or economics.
- Minimum of three years' experience in auditing activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, negotiation abilities, and a flexible approach to travelling.
Application Process Details
- ESA promotes diversity and inclusion within its workforce and accommodates individuals with disabilities.
- Candidates should have proficiency in English or French. Additional knowledge of other Member State languages is advantageous.
- The role may require frequent travelling.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking an Industrial Cost Auditor to join the Industrial Audit Services Office within the Directorate of Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness. This role is crucial as ESA invests a significant portion of its budget in contracts with the space industry, aiming to ensure a proper return for Member States and value for money.
The role: As an Industrial Cost Auditor, you will be responsible for conducting general industrial cost analyses and auditing activities to support the ESA procurement process. Your duties will include auditing, analysis, and negotiation of industrial hourly labour rates and overheads, auditing direct expenditure on contracts, financial viability audits, nationality audits, and audits supporting the verification of geo-return data. You will also verify companies' cost accounting systems for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and ESA rules.
Job requirements: Applicants must hold a master's degree in business administration, corporate finance and accounting, auditing, or economics. A minimum of three years' cumulative experience in auditing activities is required. You should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective negotiation and influencing abilities, and the willingness and flexibility to travel frequently.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We offer an inclusive working environment and accommodate individuals with disabilities whenever possible.
Additional information: Recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). Knowledge of English or French is required, and knowledge of another Member State language is an asset. The position may involve frequent travel.
