Business and Project Controller

Scatec ASA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Scatec ASA in Cape Town is seeking a Business and Cost Controller to partner with development teams and lead business performance analysis across units. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, profitability, and cash flow insights, while owning project accounting controls in the ERP environment.

The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on financial management in a fast-growing renewable energy group. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in finance and 3–5 years of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, Business or equivalent.
• 3-5 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment.
• Big Four audit experience preferred.
• Ability to consolidate data from several sources for presentation.
• Strong networks and collaboration with non-finance functions.
• Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Master Microsoft suite and BI tools.
• Understanding of ERP dynamics 365 and AI in processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality management information to support business unit decision making.
• Explain key drivers and trends to maximize profitability and cash generation.
• Interpret financial and non-financial data and its business impact.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for the Development segment.
• Improve group management reporting processes and AI-based tools.
• Own systems controlling over the Project Accounting module in the ERP.
• Project controlling across development projects from budgeting to monitoring cash flows.

Skills

Finance analysis

BI tools

ERP data consolidation

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in finance or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Dynamics 365

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business and Cost Controller - Cape Town, South Africa

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

Ready to make an impact?

Why this role matters

Scatec is in a phase of solid growth and is looking to strengthen the company with a Business Controller supporting our Business Development activities. This is a highly visible, challenging, hands-on, dynamic and wide-ranging role covering activities such as business partnering with non-finance teams to add value across multiple business units, driving strategy and profitability across all areas.

The position is a key resource in the Finance team and will report to the Business controlling manager responsible for Scatec’s Business Development segment.

What you'll be doing

The core responsibilities of the role are divided between Business controlling of Scatec’s Business development activities and project controlling on specific development projects.

Business controlling:

• Delivering high quality management information and analysis to support business unit leaders in decision making
• Understanding and explaining the key business drivers and trends that will maximize profitability and cash generation
• Interpreting data, both financial and non-financial and understanding the impact of these on the business
• Supporting the budgeting and forecasting for the Development segment
• Contribute on projects related to the development, structure and improvement of the group’s management reporting processes
• Including the development of AI based tools and areas of improvement in the Business controlling function
• Take ownership of systems controlling over the Project Accounting module in Scatec’s ERP system, working closely with the Financial Systems team on maintaining high-quality financial data for Scatec’s projects

Project controlling:

Responsibility for all project controlling activities related to a portfolio of Development projects up until financial investment decision.

This includes:

• Supporting project managers in budgeting the different phases of the project
• Reporting to project manager and portfolio owner on actuals and variation analysis
• Forecasting and monitoring cash flows in each project and for the portfolio of projects
• Manage financial risks and opportunities for the projects
• Manage external financial audit activities on project accounts

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.

What you’ll gain

• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one
• Hands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.

What you'll bring

Experience and qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, Business or equivalent
• 3-5 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment
• Experience from Big Four audit companies is preferred
• Ability to consolidate data from several sources for presentation, being able to efficiently process and evaluate large data volumes and propose actions based on findings
• Ability to build strong networks and collaborate efficiently with functions outside of finance. Support the project team in making sound business decisions
• Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Master Microsoft suite and Business intelligence tools
• Basic understanding of, and desire to build competency, the technical aspects of enterprise ERP system (Dynamics 365)
• Experience in use of AI models to develop and improve internal processes

What its like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you have the curiosity and ability to contribute to finance areas such as Tax, Treasury, Accounting, Financial reporting and systems, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders impact, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.