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Senior Project Controller

4 days ago Birmingham, United Kingdom

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Controller. Be part of Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service group, as a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy systems.

Join a project-driven environment where financial governance, forecast accuracy, and cash discipline directly shape delivery outcomes. You will work closely with Project Management and cross-functional teams to provide clear financial insight, support decision-making, and strengthen project performance

Location, (Remote) anywhere in UK with some travel to Birmingham Offices

(Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position)

How you'll make an impact:

  • Provide financial support across the full project lifecycle (tender → execution → warranty), ensuring transparency and control.
  • Partner with Project Managers on commercial and financial matters, translating data into clear insights and supporting decisions.
  • Support profitability and cash performance by identifying risks and opportunities early and contributing to mitigation actions.
  • Coordinate and prepare monthly project reviews and forecasts, ensuring reliable financial insight and consistency.
  • Support financial processes including invoicing, cash collection, currency exposure tracking, bonds & guarantees, and tax alignment with relevant functions

Your Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or similar.
  • Strong Excel capability; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an advantage.
  • Experience in project or tender controlling in a project-based environment is beneficial.
  • A structured approach with the ability to move from data to insight to action.
  • Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in an international environment.
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

  • Generous annual leave plus public holidays with the ability to buying & selling leave days
  • Generous Bonus plan
  • Enhanced pension plan with competitive employer contributions
  • Private healthcare for our employees
  • Health screening program and Dental Plan
  • Maternity, paternity, parental leave
  • Critical illness plan, Life insurance and income protection
  • Fitness & health benefits (access to gyms, studios, on-demand exercise classes and library of wellness apps)
  • Employee Assistance Program

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The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location, and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations and some flexible benefits may require employee contribution.

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Client-provided location(s): Birmingham, United Kingdom
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-212983
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-08-27T20:11:44

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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