Working Student Operations Controlling d/f/m

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia GmbH

To start as soon as possible, part time, fixed term

Would you like to gain experience in an international Finance and Controlling environment and use your analyses to support concrete business decisions?

As part of Operations Controlling at RWE Renewables, you will work on finance-related topics covering a portfolio of more than 300 wind and solar farms as well as battery storage facilities. You will support planning, forecasting and performance analyses, prepare financial and operational KPIs, and help create transparency around earnings and value-creation opportunities.

You will work with an international Controlling team across nine countries and gain valuable insights into the financial management of our operational business in Europe and Australia.

About the role

• Analyse budget, forecast and actual figures and derive relevant insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and medium-term planning processes.
• Analyse financial and operational KPIs and prepare results in a clear and audience-appropriate format.
• Identify opportunities to improve earnings, reduce costs and create value, and derive recommendations for action.
• Prepare and validate data for Controlling and Management.
• Support month-end closing, management reporting and ad hoc analyses.
• Contribute to the further development and automation of reporting, planning and controlling processes.

Job requirements and experience

• You are currently studying Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering or a comparable degree programme, ideally with a focus on Finance, Controlling, Accounting or Energy Economics.
• You have strong analytical skills and are able to structure complex topics and communicate them concisely.
• Very good English skills, enabling you to communicate effectively within our international team.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A high degree of independence, a proactive mindset and excellent communication skills.
• You stand out through your enthusiasm, commitment and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Advantageous, but not essential

• Initial practical experience in Controlling, Accounting or Finance.
• Knowledge of Power BI and/or SAP.
• German language skills.

Your benefits

We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well-being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration.
• Access to fitness centres or membership discounts to keep you active and energised.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support.
• Employer-subsidised canteen with fresh, high-quality meals.
• Opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in real-world projects.
• Gain valuable insights into the financial management of an international renewables portfolio.
• Take on responsibilities independently while working alongside experienced finance and controlling professionals.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 93954, application period: 18/11/2026.

Any questions? Contact HR: Simon Quack, [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We currently operate onshore wind farms, solar plants and battery storage systems with around 5 gigawatts of installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia.

Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, we continue to expand our renewable generation capacity in a value-accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate our projects. With a strong project pipeline, we are working with communities to create a long-term value for everyone, today and for the future.