Business Controller, Tender & Projects

NKT; Karlskrona kommun; On-site; SEK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

NKT is seeking a Finance business partner (Business Controller) in the Grid Solutions line, working with sales and project teams to support commercial decisions across tenders and project execution. You will provide financial insights, scenarios, and transparency to improve profitability in an international energy context.

The role is based in Karlskrona, Sweden. You will collaborate with sales managers, project managers and other stakeholders, support forecasting, monitor costs and margins,

Qualifications

• University degree in economics, finance or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in controlling in an international company.
• Experience working with SAP or another major ERP system.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Act as finance business partner to sales and project teams during tenders and project execution.
• Support project forecasting based on business needs and structured data analysis.
• Follow up on project performance, costs, margins and financial risks.
• Ensure accurate financial data and reporting in ERP systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and ways of working.

Skills

Fluent English

MS Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

University degree in economics/finance or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

Finance business partner supporting commercial and project decisions

Join NKT as a Business Controller in Grid Solutions business line and work close to sales and project teams to support commercial and project decisions across tenders and project execution. In this role, finance is an active discussion partner, contributing financial insights, scenarios, and transparency to support profitability and informed decisions. You will work in an international environment within the energy sector, supporting projects that contribute to the green transition. Do you want a role where finance is part of the dialogue, not just the numbers?

Secure financial transparency across tenders and project execution

As Business Controller, you work closely with sales managers, project managers and other stakeholders, supporting both bidding and project phases with financial perspectives. You combine financial data with business understanding to highlight risks, opportunities and alternatives. The role combines financial analysis and ownership of reporting with focus on dialogue, collaboration and supporting decisions in an international project environment. The position is based in Karlskrona, Sweden.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Act as finance business partner to sales and project teams during tenders and project execution
• Support project forecasting based on business needs and structured data analysis
• Follow up on project performance, costs, margins and financial risks
• Ensure accurate financial data and reporting in ERP systems
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and ways of working

You will be part of a finance team working close to commercial and project organizations across the company. The role is based in Sweden, with collaboration across international locations and limited travel depending on project needs.

Structured and collaborative finance professional

You are curious about business performance and enjoy working close to the business, engaging in dialogue with different stakeholders. You are comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions constructively and translating financial perspectives into practical input. You are structured and organized and are used to work independently while staying aligned with shared financial objectives. You take ownership of tasks, communicate clearly, and contribute to a collaborative and respectful team environment.

You also have:

• A university degree in economics, finance or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in controlling in an international company
• Experience working with SAP or another major ERP system
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Office
• Fluent English, written and spoken

Contributing to a more sustainable energy future

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have a clear goal of establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

This role offers close collaboration with sales and project teams, exposure to international projects, and the opportunity to develop both financial and commercial understanding. You become part of a finance community where dialogue, cooperation, and shared responsibility are central.

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Contact and application

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 10 August 2026. Be aware that an extract from the criminal record, alcohol and drug tests, along with personality and capacity tests, might be part of our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact hiring manager Lotta Bergman, [e-mail]. If you have questions regarding the recruitment process, please reach out to Agnes Carlsson, [e-mail]. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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About NKT

NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,500 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. We connect a greener world . www.nkt.com