Project Controller

The Opportunity:

As a Project Controller, you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial and commercial success of complex projects within Hitachi Energy. Acting as a trusted business partner to the Project Manager, Local Stakeholders/Functions e.g. Operations, Engineering, SCM etc. you will provide financial leadership across multiple projects, ensuring strong governance, profitability, cash flow optimization, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

In this highly visible role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence business decisions, shape project execution strategies, and ensure that financial objectives are achieved while maintaining compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. Your expertise will contribute to effective project planning, forecasting, commercial management, taxation compliance, and financial reporting, enabling successful project delivery and sustainable business growth.

You will have the opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, operations, and project execution, supporting strategic initiatives that advance the global energy transition. This role offers a dynamic environment where analytical rigor, commercial acumen, leadership, and stakeholder management combine to create meaningful impact for customers, business, and society.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Partner with Project Managers, Local Stakeholders/Functions e.g. Operations, Engineering, SCM etc. and Business Leaders to provide financial and commercial guidance across multiple projects.
• Develop and manage project financial execution plans, including revenue recognition, billing strategies, cash flow forecasting, taxation considerations, and commercial requirements.
• Drive project financial performance by optimizing cash flow, profitability, revenue realization, and working capital throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project governance processes and support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial, commercial, operational, and contractual risks.
• Coordinate and facilitate project reviews, ensuring accurate forecasts, cost-to-complete assessments, and alignment of financial performance expectations.
• Provide commercial leadership by supporting contract execution, claims management, supplier back-charges, insurance cases, and commercial negotiations.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure, guarantees, bonds, taxation matters, and compliance requirements to protect business interests.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance, internal controls, integrity standards, and applicable regulatory requirements across assigned projects.
• Collaborate with project controls, planning, supply chain, finance, and operational teams to drive data-based decision-making and successful project outcomes.
• Mentor and support project team members while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, safety, and integrity.

• CMA/MBA or bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in Project Controlling, Commercial Finance, Project Finance, or related business partnering roles.
• Strong understanding of project accounting, cost control, revenue recognition, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of cash flow management.
• Experience working in project-driven industries such as energy, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial insights into business recommendations and actions.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills across multiple levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English, with experience working in cross-functional and global environments. Advanced/professional German language skills (Minimum b2 level, C1 preferred) enabling regular, active participation in Project meetings

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security