Senior Controller (m/f/d)

<h3>Company Description</h3><p>Statkraft has been making renewable energy possible for over a century. That is what we offer. 125 years of unrivaled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.</p><h3>Job Description</h3><p>We are expanding rapidly and have an exciting opening for an experienced <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Controller (m/f/d)</strong> to join our Duesseldorf based German finance team of Business Area Europe (BA E).</p><p>The team is responsible for Business Controlling, Performance Managment und Financial reporting of all BA E activities in Germany. These include the development of renewable projects (wind, solar, battery) as well as the operation and management of wind, biomass, gas-fired and hydro assets and the development activities related to those assets. The position gives insight into the whole activity range of BA E in Germany and covers a wide range of controlling and reporting task. We are looking for an experienced all-rounder, who has the big picture in control, but is having at the same time the details in the structure in order. The person will work closely with the BA E central Performance Management team in Oslo/London and the Business Controller team in Germany. The open position reports to the VP Finance Germany BA E.</p><p>Key activities and responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Help the team with your experience to drive business performance and create value through the development of adequate business controlling tools and processes.</li><li>Develop and enable transparent reporting and follow-up of our activities through ample master data set-up as well as fair allocation of external and internal costs</li><li>Support Performance management process throughout the year including target setting, budgeting and forecasting as well as adequate target/actual-analysis</li><li>Prepare together with Business Controllers and VP Finance BA E various reporting packages (Business Reviews, Financial Reporting) and the improvement of such reporting</li><li>Participate in or lead improvement and other projects</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Several years of experience in a Controlling or comparable function, preferably in an international company</li><li>University degree in business administration, accountancy, finance or a comparable education combined with extensive experience in the field</li><li>Very good knowledge and understanding of Controlling processes and tools</li><li>Analytical, process- and result-oriented</li><li>Ability to effectively cooperate and build relationships across functions</li><li>Independent self-starter, thus good team player with openness to continuous learning and improvement</li><li>Good communication skills in English, ideally also in German</li><li>Strong interest and affinity for systems</li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><p>A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. We have 125 years of unrivalled expertise in creating the technologies that put ecosystems, communities and our environment first. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:  </p><ul><li>Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including Linkedin Learning and inspiring leaderships program like IMD   </li><li>The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds  </li><li>The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and to be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet”  </li><li>German language courses for non-native speakers if based in Germany  </li><li>Being part of a company proudly certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’   </li></ul><p><strong>Challenged?</strong></p><p><strong>To apply please submit your resume and cover letter.  </strong></p><p>Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefits schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance.  </p><p>Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.   </p><p>Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the co