Cost Controller

atNorth; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

atNorth is expanding its Nordic data center footprint across the Nordics and is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Controller to join the Commercial team. You will support cost management for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, maintaining accurate cost records and contributing to cost reporting.

You are analytical, highly organized, and work well with project teams, contractors, and finance colleagues to ensure transparency and effective cost control throughout the project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in cost control, cost administration, finance, project controls, or a similar role.
• Experience with project cost tracking, commitments, invoices, and budget monitoring.
• Familiarity with ERP, finance, or cost management systems.
• Experience from construction, infrastructure, engineering, or data center projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date cost records across assigned projects.
• Processing and managing cost data within relevant systems and databases.
• Monitoring commitments, purchase orders, and contractual obligations against approved budgets.
• Registering and tracking invoices, ensuring costs are allocated correctly.
• Identifying and escalating discrepancies, risks, or irregularities in project cost information.
• Supporting the preparation of cost reports, forecasts, and budget updates.
• Organizing and maintaining project cost documentation to support reporting and audit requirements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to ensure accurate project financial records.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Collaboration

English proficiency

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.

With sustainability at our core, our data centers run on renewable energy and are designed according to circular economy principles. Through innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations, we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates eight data centers across the Nordics, with additional sites under development in Finland, Denmark, Sweden and Norway.

We combine world-class technology with a people-first culture built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, empowering our teams to grow, take responsibility, and make a real impact.

By joining our international team, you will help shape the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark.

Cost Controller

At atNorth, we're building the infrastructure that powers the digital world. As we continue to expand our sustainable data center footprint across the Nordics, we're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Cost Controller to join our Commercial team.

In this role, you'll support the commercial management of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects by maintaining accurate cost records, monitoring commitments and invoices, and contributing to cost reporting and forecasting. Working closely with Commercial Managers, project teams, contractors, suppliers, and finance colleagues, you'll help ensure reliable project data, financial transparency, and effective cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

You are analytical, structured, and highly detail-oriented, with a passion for working with data and delivering accurate insights. You thrive in a collaborative project environment and enjoy supporting informed decision-making across complex, fast-paced projects.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date cost records across assigned projects.
• Processing and managing cost data within relevant systems and databases.
• Monitoring commitments, purchase orders, and contractual obligations against approved budgets.
• Registering and tracking invoices, ensuring costs are allocated correctly.
• Identifying and escalating discrepancies, risks, or irregularities in project cost information.
• Supporting the preparation of cost reports, forecasts, and budget updates.
• Organizing and maintaining project cost documentation to support reporting and audit requirements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to ensure accurate project financial records.

Your Profile:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost control, cost administration, finance, project controls, or a similar role.
• Experience working with project cost tracking, commitments, invoices, and budget monitoring.
• Familiarity with ERP, finance, or cost management systems.
• Experience from construction, infrastructure, engineering, or data center projects is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Professional proficiency in English. Knowledge of local Nordic languages is considered a plus.

About the atNorth Culture

We believe that sustainable success starts with the wellbeing of our people. For us, an open, transparent, and inclusive culture is more than a priority, it is the core of how we lead and innovate.

We don’t just talk about culture; we nurture it. Through regular one-to-one engagements and monthly wellbeing surveys, we listen carefully to our teams, ensuring that every voice is heard and every opportunity for improvement is embraced.

We recognize that innovation and collaboration thrive where people feel truly connected, which is why we come together each week to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and nurture a sense of belonging, sometimes over a simple breakfast and good conversation.

At atNorth, we are building a community where you can do your best work and shape a sustainable future together. #99