Service Project/ Junior Business Controller (f/m/d)

Location:

Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID:

R0128871

Date Posted:

2026-06-18

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category):

Finance

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

As a Service Project / Junior Business Controller, you will act as a key finance partner to service operations across Switzerland and Germany. You will support financial steering across the full lifecycle - from planning and forecasting to project execution and performance analysis - while gaining hands-on exposure to operational and project controlling in an international environment.

You will work closely with experienced controllers, project managers, and service managers, contributing to financial transparency, decision-making, and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities

• Support financial management for Service units in Switzerland and Germany
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly performance analysis
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, highlighting key deviations and drivers
• Contribute to project controlling activities (cost tracking, margin analysis)
• Partner with Project and Service Managers on financial and commercial topics
• Contribute to project controlling activities (cost tracking, margin analysis, risk monitoring)
• Support project reviews, including identification of risks and opportunities
• Ensure data quality and compliance with internal guidelines and financial standards (e.g. IFRS)
• Participate in continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• First experience in controlling, finance, or similar (internships included)
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in business operations
• Basic knowledge of SAP (S/4HANA is a plus) and strong Excel skills
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn in an international environment
• Fluent in English; German is a strong advantage

More about us

• You will do interesting and enriching work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement

• You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities

• We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought

• Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all

• Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities

• A competitive compensation and benefits package

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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