Business Controller needed in Södertälje
Södertälje - Sweden
Job Summary
Are you a skilled Business Controller looking for your next challenge Do you want to combine financial analysis with a broad business-oriented role As a Project Controller at our client youll work closely with project managers and leadership teams supporting key decisions and driving financial performance across a portfolio of exciting projects.
About the position
Perido are looking for an experienced Business Controller for our client a world-leading supplier of transport solutions and together with partners and customers they are driving the transition to a sustainable transport system. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain a broad understanding of project-driven business operations and collaborate closely with stakeholders across engineering sales purchasing production and finance. The position is located at the companys headquarters in Södertälje. You are expected to be minimum 3 days on site.
Your daily tasks
As a Project Controller you will play a key role in supporting and steering a portfolio of both product development projects and customer-related business projects. Acting as a finance business partner and trusted advisor to project managers and management teams you will ensure transparency financial control and informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning forecasting and follow-up for a portfolio of product development and customer projects
- Monitor project performance identify risks and opportunities and proactively support corrective actions
- Analyze project profitability business cases and investment proposals throughout the project lifecycle
- Support project managers and department leadership with financial insights and performance analyses
- Develop and maintain project financial reporting including budget tracking resource utilization and cost development
- Prepare decision material and presentations for management teams and governance forums
- Ensure financial transparency and support fact-based decision-making regarding project priorities and investments
- Perform ad hoc analyses related to project performance portfolio management and business development initiatives
- Drive continuous improvement of project controlling processes tools and reporting methods
- Success in this role requires close collaboration with stakeholders across multiple functions and the ability to communicate financial information in a clear and business-oriented manner
Your characteristics
We are looking for a proactive and analytical individual who enjoys working in a project-oriented environment and translating complex information into actionable insights. You combine a solid financial foundation with a genuine interest in business operations and project management. You are comfortable challenging assumptions asking the right questions and supporting decision-makers with both strategic perspectives and attention to detail.
Does this sound like an exciting opportunity We look forward to reading your application!
Qualifications:
- A university degree in Finance Business Administration Industrial Economics Engineering or a related field
- Experience in controlling financial analysis project controlling business controlling or project management support
- Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to understand technical commercial and financial drivers
- Experience working with budgets forecasts business cases and financial reporting
- Excellent communication and presentation skills enabling you to explain financial matters to non-financial stakeholders
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships across functions and organizational levels
- Professional proficiency in English
Advantageous:
- Experience from product development industrial operations manufacturing or customer project environments
- Fluency in Swedish
Contract type and hours
Full-time consulting assignment until. Start asap.
Let us help you take the next step in your career
Our vision is to ensure that everyone thrives and feels engaged at work. With us you will find a wide variety of assignments where you can either be employed directly by a company or work as a consultant through Perido. We are one of Swedens largest consulting firms for professionals which gives you many opportunities. As a consultant you become an important part of our organization and contribute your expertise within our clients organizations. Read more about us at Perido: can find answers to most questions or concerns at If you still cannot find what you are looking for you are welcome to contact us at Please always include the position reference number 36007 in the subject line. Please note that we only accept applications through our website and that we are unable to provide updates on your application status or disclose the client company if it is not stated in the job advertisement.