Project Controller

Job DescriptionDo you thrive on solving complex financial challenges, delivering insights that drive performance, and making a tangible impact on project success? Are you looking to grow your career in a purpose-driven company that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability? If so, this could be your next big opportunity. ​We’re seeking an experienced and ambitious finance professional to join our Business Finance team supporting Ramboll Germany.If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Business Finance Team as our new Project Controller (m/f/d) and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.Your new roleAs our new Project Controller (m/f/d), you will work with the project team to deliver solutions to our clients. You will be part of the Henning & Larsen department in Germany. You will work as part of a lively team, filled with people who are really excited about creating the exciting business proposals of the future. Our team is vibrant, innovative, international, and supportive. You will collaborate with your colleagues to play a critical role in defining and delivering projects that involve global clients. Our team is known in Ramboll for being especially good at celebrating project milestones and colleague birthdays, so you can expect to join for lots of celebrations.Your key responsibilities will be:Proactively manage the financial performance of your project portfolio, driving value through revenue recognition, risk management, working capital optimisation, and project monitoring. ​Champion financial governance by ensuring compliance with project accounting standards, internal controls, Ramboll’s policies and procedures, tax, statutory and audit requirements. ​Responsible for Project set-up and ongoing maintenance ​Contribute to the continuous improvement of Ramboll’s financial processes and systems. ​Provide financial advice to stakeholders, identifying risks and opportunities early and offering practical, data-driven solutions. This may include participation in tender reviews. ​Apply an innovative mindset to streamline and enhance financial operations. ​Support change initiatives with agility, helping teams adapt to evolving business priorities. ​Build strong, collaborative relationships with Business Controllers, Project Managers, and senior leadership. ​Partner with our India-based support team to ensure timely and accurate project maintenance and billing. About you​We’re looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a growth mindset and a collaborative spirit. You’ll be supported from day one with opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career at Ramboll. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success. ​These include:  3-​5+ years related experience in Project Controlling for Professional Services organisations or Consultancy with advanced skills applying Project Controlling best practices ​Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting​​Proficient use of Cost Accounting Systems to run, monitor and bill projects, demonstrating advanced skills in applying Project Controlling best practices ​Proficient using Office 365, including strong excel skills and good understanding of how to use Power BI or similar​ ​​Excellent communication in English (written and verbal) and some German language skills are needed, as well as interpersonal and organisation skills ​Critical thinking, strong data-driven analytical skills and a high attention to detail ​Able to work with a minimum of supervision while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with stakeholders ​Track record of getting involved in (and perhaps driving) initiatives that drive improvement in your domain ​Ability to successfully lead meetings in virtual settings where most stakeholders and team members are in different locations​ What we can offer youCommitment to your developmentLeaders guided by our Leadership PrinciplesA culture that welcomes you as the unique person you areInspiration from colleagues, clients, and projectsThe long-term thinking of a foundation-owned companyHybrid working: 2-3 days of mobile working per weekPermanent employmentAn extensively subsidised 'Germany ticket'Contribution to company pension scheme and occupational disability insurance