Project Controlling Manager

Ramboll; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Global collaboration

Job summary

Ramboll Environment & Health in Finland seeks a Project Controlling Manager to lead the project controlling team across Finland, Sweden, and Norway. The role focuses on delivering transparent financial performance, coaching a mix of local and India-based controllers, and guiding project managers with data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of project controlling experience, strong leadership and cost-accounting expertise, and fluency in English and Finnish.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in project controlling and/or project accounting.
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Experience leading teams within a global support model.
• Advanced knowledge of cost accounting systems used to manage and monitor projects.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English and Finnish.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead direct reports by providing regular feedback, coaching, and development support to strengthen skills and support career growth; also provide direction and feedback to Project Controllers in the India delivery center.
• Oversee project-level financial processes in your area of responsibility, including: Revenue recognition, Monthly invoicing, Working capital management, Risk monitoring, Project monitoring and maintenance, Project creation and closeout.
• Partner with the India-based team to complete project maintenance and billing activities.
• Promote an innovative mindset by guiding team members in identifying and implementing improvements to Project Controlling processes.
• Lead team members and stakeholders through changes in strategic direction with agility and adaptability.
• Manage contract financial processes with a focus on quality and compliance, including global and local statutory, tax, internal controls, Danish GAAP, and IFRS requirements.
• Foster collaboration across business enablement functions, communicate risk assessments to leadership, and notify management of financial risks.
• Build strong working relationships with Business Controllers, Project Managers, and Senior Business Leaders.
• Support special projects that require cross-functional collaboration to address business issues.
• Travel periodically, as required.
• Work in a hybrid arrangement, with an expectation to be in the office 2–3 days per week.

Skills

Excel

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Finance or accounting degree

Tools

Cost accounting systems

Job description

Job Description

Project Controlling Manager for Ramboll Environment & Health

Finland

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is looking for a motivated, curious candidates to join our Project Controlling Team in Finland. At Ramboll, you will grow in a collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture. From day one, you will join a company committed to making a positive difference for employees, clients, and society. As you take on project work, you will receive increasing responsibility while benefiting from the guidance and support of experienced managers and colleagues. Our vision is to be a leading global consultancy, delivering integrated, sustainable solutions that help shape today and tomorrow.

Joining Ramboll

Would you like to play a key role in providing transparency and insight into Ramboll’s markets? We are looking for a talented, engaging leader to head the Project Controlling team supporting Environment & Health in Finland, Sweden, and Norway. Preferred locations for this role are Espoo, Lahti and Tampere. The successful candidate will join the Global Environment & Health Project Controlling Leadership Team, working closely with colleagues globally. Project Controllers are part of Business Finance and help ensure project financials accurately and completely reflect project performance. In this role, you will lead a team of local and India-based Project Controllers, serve as a trusted advisor to business executives, helping improve financial health and business results through data-driven analysis and guidance for project managers.

Your foundation for continued growth

From the day you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development as you grow with the company. For this role, we expect you to bring:

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in project controlling and/or project accounting
• 2–3 years of supervisory experience
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Experience leading teams within a global support model
• Advanced knowledge of cost accounting systems used to manage and monitor projects
• Strong Excel skills
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in English and Finnish
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

You can further distinguish yourself by demonstrating:

• Change management experience
• Executive presence
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong analytical capability

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Lead direct reports by providing regular feedback, coaching, and development support to strengthen skills and support career growth; also provide direction and feedback to Project Controllers in the India delivery center.
• Oversee project-level financial processes in your area of responsibility, including:
  • Revenue recognition
  • Monthly invoicing
  • Working capital management
  • Risk monitoring
  • Project monitoring and maintenance
  • Project creation and closeout
• Partner with the India-based team to complete project maintenance and billing activities.
• Promote an innovative mindset by guiding team members in identifying and implementing improvements to Project Controlling processes.
• Lead team members and stakeholders through changes in strategic direction with agility and adaptability.
• Manage contract financial processes with a focus on quality and compliance, including global and local statutory, tax, internal controls, Danish GAAP, and IFRS requirements.
• Foster collaboration across business enablement functions, communicate risk assessments to leadership, and notify management of financial risks.
• Build strong working relationships with Business Controllers, Project Managers, and Senior Business Leaders.
• Support special projects that require cross-functional collaboration to address business issues.
• Travel periodically, as required.
• Work in a hybrid arrangement, with an expectation to be in the office 2–3 days per week.

Welcome to our Support Organization

In Ramboll’s Support Functions, we take pride in keeping Ramboll running smoothly, enabling bright minds throughout the organization to focus on their areas of expertise as we tie together all parts of the business. We provide support within areas like Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Communication, Facility Management and more, coordinating efforts and securing common ground for the development and servicing of clients and markets.

Deadline: 13.09.2026

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.