Tender Controller

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Suomi; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Tender Controller for its Grid Integration business in Europe. Based in Vaasa, FI, or Västerås, SE, you will provide robust financial control and analysis for projects and tenders, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost management, and risk mitigation to drive profitable growth.

You will develop financial models for project profitability, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with tender managers and sales. Fluency in English is required; Finnish/Swedish are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years in project or tender controlling.
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles (e.g., % of completion, revenue recognition).
• Proficiency in SAP FI/CO and PS modules and advanced MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Fluency in English; Finnish or Swedish is a plus.
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support tender processes with accurate cost estimates and profitability analyses.
• Develop financial models for project profitability, cash flow, exposure and working capital.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal policies and risk reviews.
• Collaborate with tender managers, sales and stakeholders to provide financial insights.
• Monitor tender KPIs, including exposure and margin analysis.
• Participate in audits with necessary financial documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in project controlling.
• Manage currency risk exposure and hedging in tender stage.
• Advise on contractual setups including consortiums, export financing, bonds, LCs.

Skills

Project controlling

Tender controlling

SAP FI/CO

Excel advanced

IFRS knowledge

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

SAP FI/CO

PS Modules

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition acrosscurrent and growing market segments such as data centers, hydrogen and e-mobility.

Join OurTeam!

We are now looking for a Tender Controller at Hitachi Energy, Grid Integration business in Vaasa (FI) or Västerås (SE).

In this role you will be responsible for providing robust financial control and analysis for projects and tenders, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost management, and risk mitigation to support profitable business growth.

How you’ll make an impact

• Support tender processes by ensuring accurate cost estimations, financial risk assessments, and profitability analyses
• Develop and maintain financial models for project profitability, cash flow, exposure and working capital. Become super user for the tender calculation tool.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies including the Risk Review process, accounting standards (IFRS), and relevant legal regulations.
• Collaborate closely with tender managers, sales teams, and other stakeholders to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Monitor and report on tender project performance KPIs, including exposure, margin analysis, and project risks.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary financial documentation and explanations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in project controlling and tender management.
• Manage currency risk exposure for projects in the tendering stage, implementing appropriate hedging strategies where necessary.
• Provide advice regarding contractual set-up's including eventual consortiums, export financing, bonds, Letter of Credits etc.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in project controlling, tender controlling, or a similar financial analysis role, preferably within a project-based industry.
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles (e.g., percentage of completion, revenue recognition).
• Proficiency in SAP (FI/CO, PS modules) and advanced MS Excel skills are essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; Finnish and/or Swedish skills are an advantage.
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting standards is highly desirable.

More about us

For more information about this role, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Henrik Sandbacka, [e-mail]

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