ESG Controller

Wärtsilä; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is looking for an ESG Controller in Helsinki, Finland. The candidate will be responsible for sustainability data reporting and collaboration with financial reporting teams. Ideal candidates should hold an M.Sc. and have strong experience in financial reporting, internal controls, and a passion for sustainability. Hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Possibility of hybrid remote work

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience in financial reporting.
• Excellent understanding of internal controls in a global business.
• Ability to drive change initiatives independently.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and consolidate data for CSRD reporting.
• Manage and administer the sustainability data reporting tool (SoFi).
• Act as the key contact for CSRD data assurance.

Skills

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Application development interest

Change initiatives

Project management skills

Collaborative mindset

Customer focus

Education

M.Sc. in Economics or related field

Job description

Overview

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. We aim to enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent and invite you to join the ride.

We are looking for a ESG Controller with a main responsibility to act as administrator for the sustainability data reporting tool (SoFi) and be responsible for the collection, validation and consolidation of CSRD reporting. The preferred location for this position is Helsinki, Finland. We offer a possibility for hybrid remote work.

Your role and responsibilities

As an ESG Controller your work will include data collection, validation and consolidation for CSRD reporting, developing the controls over CSRD reporting, managing and administrating the sustainability data reporting tool (SoFi), updating SoFi\'s emission factor database and acting as key contact in CSRD data assurance. You\'ll be working as a part of the Corporate Accounting & Reporting team and with close interaction with the Sustainability team with diverse expertise.

Requirements for the position

• M.Sc., Econ. combined with at least 3-5 years\' proven experience in financial reporting and excellent understanding of internal controls in a global business
• Interest in application development
• Excellent understanding of finance processes combined with a development-minded attitude
• Ability to drive change initiatives independently. Project management skills are an advantage

Qualifications to succeed in the position

• A genuine passion for sustainability and decarbonisation
• A collaborative mindset, with a proactive "can-do" attitude, strong service orientation, and customer focus

Why you and us?

You are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an 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

Please submit your application before the application deadline 3rd of October 2025 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to:

Mia Hakala, Director, Financial Reporting
[e-mail]

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Last application date: 03/10/2025

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.

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings where applicable. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country legislation is followed.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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