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We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.\nReady to make an impact?\nWhy this role matters\nScatec is in a phase of solid growth and is looking to strengthen the company with a Business Controller supporting our Business Development activities. This is a highly visible, challenging, hands-on, dynamic and wide-ranging role covering activities such as business partnering with non-finance teams to add value across multiple business units, driving strategy and profitability across all areas.\nThe position is a key resource in the Finance team and will report to the Business controlling manager responsible for Scatec’s Business Development segment.\nWhat you'll be doing\nThe core responsibilities of the role are divided between Business controlling of Scatec’s Business development activities and project controlling on specific development projects.\nBusiness controlling:\nDelivering high quality management information and analysis to support business unit leaders in decision making\nUnderstanding and explaining the key business drivers and trends that will maximize profitability and cash generation\nInterpreting data, both financial and non-financial and understanding the impact of these on the business\nSupporting the budgeting and forecasting for the Development segment \nContribute on projects related to the development, structure and improvement of the group’s management reporting processes\nIncluding the development of AI based tools and areas of improvement in the Business controlling function\nTake ownership of systems controlling over the Project Accounting module in Scatec’s ERP system, working closely with the Financial Systems team on maintaining high-quality financial data for Scatec’s projects\nProject controlling:\nResponsibility for all project controlling activities related to a portfolio of Development projects up until financial investment decision.\nThis includes:\nSupporting project managers in budgeting the different phases of the project\nReporting to project manager and portfolio owner on actuals and variation analysis\nForecasting and monitoring cash flows in each project and for the portfolio of projects\nManage financial risks and opportunities for the projects\nManage external financial audit activities on project accounts\nYour work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.\nWhat you’ll gain\nProfessional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one\nHands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.\nWhat you'll bring\nExperience and qualifications\nMaster’s degree in finance, Business or equivalent\n3-5 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment\nExperience from Big Four audit companies is preferred\nAbility to consolidate data from several sources for presentation, being able to efficiently process and evaluate large data volumes and propose actions based on findings\nAbility to build strong networks and collaborate efficiently with functions outside of finance. Support the project team in making sound business decisions\nQuick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills\nMaster Microsoft suite and Business intelligence tools\nBasic understanding of, and desire to build competency, the technical aspects of enterprise ERP system (Dynamics 365)\nExperience in use of AI models to develop and improve internal processes\nWhat its like to work at Scatec\nAt Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.\nIf you have the curiosity and ability to contribute to finance areas such as Tax, Treasury, Accounting, Financial reporting and systems, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders impact, this could be a strong next step in your career.\nWhat we offer\nAt Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition.\nScatec is an equal opportunity employer. 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