Senior Project Controller   

Remember the Kyoto Protocol?

Would you like to make green energy available for everyone and be part of one of the coolest companies to revolutionise the delivery of renewable energy? Based on proven technology, we are eager to take part in saving our planet.

Our markets and targets are international, focusing initially on the UK, Germany, Norway, and Spain. Our clients are industries where their heat is needed in the production processes.

About the role

Embark on a key position as a Senior Project Controller at Kyoto, situated in Seville, Spain. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with supervising and enhancing the financial facets of our project executions, with a specialised emphasis on Heatcube installations.

Your contribution is vital in maintaining financial precision, upholding budgetary constraints, and aligning project execution seamlessly with contractual agreements.

The position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) but will have a very close collaboration with the project execution organisation, fostering seamless communication and alignment between financial strategies and project objectives.

Responsibilities 

• Cost Management
  Develop, implement, and maintain a robust structure for tracking project execution costs.
  Monitor project costs against approved budgets and client contracts, analysing variances.
  Challenge project execution teams to adhere to budgetary constraints and avoid overruns.
• Financial Reporting
  Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the steering committee and project execution committee.
  Provide regular updates on cost variances, project financial health, and potential risks.
• Estimate Reporting
  Oversee estimate reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives.
  Collaborate with project teams to develop reliable cost estimates for future projects.
• Master Data Structure
  Establish and maintain a comprehensive master data structure for project financials.
  Ensure consistency and accuracy in financial data across all project-related activities.
• ERP Knowledge
  Utilise ERP knowledge to streamline financial processes and integrate project financial data seamlessly.
  Collaborate with IT teams to enhance system functionalities for improved financial control.
• Financial Controlling for Kyoto's Spanish legal entity
  Manage finance controlling responsibilities for the Spanish legal entity.
  Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Support and Collaboration
  Collaborate closely with project execution teams, providing financial guidance and support.
  Offer insights to enhance project financial efficiency and effectiveness.

Required skills &  experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• Proven track record in project controlling, preferably in EPC/construction contracting.
• Experience with contract management from the financial perspective is an advantage.
• Background in a medium to large size international company.
• Experience with Power BI and similar digital tools for visualisation of cost management and estimate reporting.
• Strong ERP knowledge, with experience utilising ERP systems for financial management.
• Solid accounting experience, including cost analysis and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Eligible to work in Seville, Spain.

Who are you?

• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Self-motivated and proactive in addressing customer needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing work environments and customer requirements.
• Passionate about driving the renewable transformation and the decarbonisation of the industry.
• An effective communicator with an excellent level of oral and written English.
• Integrity, self-driven with a hands-on attitude, able to think outside the box.

Interested in joining the team?

Are you eager to embrace a position within a rapidly expanding scale-up enterprise? Our company fosters a culture of mutual concern, collaborative teamwork, and a forward-looking workspace with a horizontal organisational structure. As a united and dedicated team that celebrates diversity, we offer you the exceptional opportunity to make an unprecedented impact on climate change.

We present a compelling package of competitive terms and conditions, supported by a remarkably driven team comprising 12 nationalities and proficient in 13 languages. With a 33% female representation, this team is geographically distributed across three countries.

Send your CV to recruitment@kyotogroup.no