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Research and Development Controller (f/m/d)

3 days ago Milan, Italy

The opportunity

To support our team within the Business Unit Grid Integration, Global Product Group Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Service, we are looking for the Controller to lead finance matters related to Research and Development ("R&D") activities and supporting R&D Leadership Team on operational and strategic topics.

How you'll make an impact

  • Finance business partner to R&D Leadership Team and support Global Product Group
  • Lead finance matters related to research and development activities (cost controlling, hourly rates, financial tools, financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting)
  • Project Controlling for R&D projects and overview the overall portfolio of R&D projects
  • Improve and lead finance processes in R&D function
  • Support strategic and operational initiatives to drive growth and efficiency

Your background

  • A master's degree in business administration, finance or accounting
  • Experience in finance controlling ideally in R&D or project controlling
  • Operational mindset, hands-on approach
  • Ability to synthesize data and support strategic initiatives
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good knowledge of SAP and data analytics systems
  • Fluent in English

More about us

We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Wide range of benefits: health insurance, pension fund, welfare, flexible working type, flexible working hours.

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Client-provided location(s): Milan, Italy, Madrid, Spain, Zurich, Switzerland, Krakow, Poland, Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-147987
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-09T01:26:39

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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