Project Controller (2-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

Natural Power; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Health plans

Job summary

Natural Power in Newcastle is seeking a Project Controller for a two-year fixed-term contract to strengthen the PMO with a focus on project financial management, budget oversight and forecasting. The role involves project setup and closure in the ERP, cost monitoring, invoicing and WIP, plus coordinating inter-company inputs within the Natural Power group.

You will work with finance teams, support project managers and maintain strong numerical and analytical skills to support financial

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in project financial management or controls.
• Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Flexible, analytical, and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMO and project managers with project setup, maintenance and closure in the ERP.
• Support budget tracking, cost monitoring, forecasting, invoicing and WIP.
• Coordinate inter-company input within the Natural Power group.
• Liaise with Finance team to provide information and respond to queries.
• Support client invoicing inquiries and variations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication & stakeholder management

Teamwork

Education

HNC/HND qualification

Accountancy Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Reference: AUG20269911

Expiry date: 2026-09-06 22:59:00.000

Location: Newcastle

Benefits: Generous Annual Leave, Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Personal Insurances and a selection of elective benefits which include Health Plans, Discounts and Salary Sacrifice options

At Natural Power, we have been pioneers of positive renewable change for 30 years. If you’re looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.

As we continue to grow, we are now seeking to strengthen our PMO team with a Project Controller at our Newcastle office on a two-year fixed-term contract.

The PMO offers a comprehensive range of services across all areas of project management, with a strong focus on project financial management, including project setup, invoicing, Work in Progress (WIP) management, budget oversight, forecasting, process optimisation, and training. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with experience in project management, project controls, or financial administration, with strong numerical and analytical skills and the confidence to support the financial performance of ongoing projects.

Main Tasks:

The role will support the PMO and project managers with:

• Completing project setup, maintenance, and closure activities within the ERP system.
• Supporting the financial control of projects through accurate budget tracking, cost monitoring, forecasting, invoicing, and WIP management.
• Coordinating and supporting Project Managers with the management of inter-company input (MCPR) from other companies within the Natural Power group.
• Working closely with the Finance team and Financial Accountant to provide information and respond to queries as required.
• Supporting Project Managers with client enquiries relating to invoicing, fees, variations, and other financial matters.

The ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Relevant HNC / HND qualification, Accountancy Degree, or equivalent practical experience, with at least 2 years’ experience in project financial management, project controls, or a similar role with significant financial responsibility.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• A flexible and positive approach, to be able to manage tasks concurrently and react effectively within short timeframes.
• An ability to work as part of a team, and equally to show initiative, ability, and confidence to make decisions independently.
• Excellent communication and people skills to effectively engage with and manage colleague and client/stakeholder relationships.

This is a two-year fixed-term contract role, working 37.5 hours per week.

We will offer an engaging, collaborative and fast-paced environment alongside an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave, flexible working, employee assistance programme, personal insurances, health plans, discounts and salary sacrifice options.

Natural Power is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

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