Junior Project Controller

**Junior Project Controller**:
Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we - Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that approximately 90% of world trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

**Junior Project Controller**

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. We want to transition the world towards a decarbonized and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic **Junior** **Project Controller** to join the Future Research & Development Projects team with a main responsibility in controlling operations, playing a key role in shaping our reporting and accounting processes.

Become part of a diverse, multinational and highly motivated team based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland.

In this position, remote working is an option too.

**Your role and responsibilities**

As a **Junior** **Project Controller** and vital member of our team, you will bring enthusiasm and expertise to contribute to the overall success of our decarbonisation strategy.

**Responsibilities for the position**
- Support execution of financial planning and analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and internal control activities.
- Contribute to the quarter-end reporting process and investigate causes of variances compared to the budget.
- Support the program manager and project managers in the CAPEX process.
- Ensure compliance with internal control systems by performing dedicated month-end closing activities.
- Identify and support process improvements.

**Requirements for the position**
- EU/EFTA or Swiss work permit.
- A business administration qualification (a BSc from a university is the minimum requirement) and/or further training specialising in finance/controlling.
- Good knowledge of Excel.
- Fluent in English.
- Effective communication skills.
- Results-oriented with a hands-on attitude.
- Strong team player with the ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and in a virtual team.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Power BI is a plus.
- Italian and German knowledge is an advantage.
- Willingness to learn and to grow in high-level collaborative environment.
- Curious approach about things.
- Good planning, time management and organizational skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.

**Why you and us?**

**You are valued - as your true self. **At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.

**Your growth is supported. **We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities - so you can develop beyond your potential.

**You get to make a difference. **Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

**Contact & next steps**

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.