Financial Project Controller

Job description

*Minimum of 32 hours per week* Avantium is an innovation-driven pioneer in the emerging industry of renewable and sustainable chemistry. We offer unique technological solutions to reduce plastic waste, new chemical processes for the bio-based economy and R&D equipment and services to accelerate the development of new catalytic processes. Most of the materials and chemicals used in modern daily life – such as plastics, packaging, furniture and clothing – are based on fossil resources like oil, gas and coal. Changing this paradigm is an ambitious goal but also a promise for a better future. This is why we at Avantium work on developing practical solutions to accelerate the transition to a fossil-free world. We do this by focusing on innovative plant-based chemicals and materials as well as aiming to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) to a valuable resource for sustainable products. Carbeau, spin-out of Avantium is a platform technology that uses electrochemistry to convert CO2 to high value chemical building blocks and polymers. This position will form part of the new company Carbeau B.V. and not of Avantium N.V. We are currently seeking a Project Controller who would like to join our team in our journey of scaling up and commercializing this sustainable and impact-full technology. The Project Controller supports the CFO and will play a critical role in supporting the financial and operational success of our projects. You act as the financial partner to Project Managers, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis. You will help safeguard project profitability, control risks, and ensure that projects are delivered within scope, time, and budget. Scope of work entails subsidies, costs and capital expenditures. **Key Responsibilities** - **Budgeting & Forecasting:** Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets; prepare detailed financial forecasts and variance analyses. - **Financial Reporting:** Provide timely and accurate project financial reports, including cost tracking and progress reporting. Financial reporting to subsidy authorities in line with the subsidy requirements. - **Performance Monitoring:** Analyse project KPI’s, highlight deviations, and support corrective actions to ensure project targets are met. - **Cost Control:** Track and validate project; ensure compliance with internal policies, EU and national subsidies and contractual agreements on expenditures. - **Risk & Opportunity Management:** Identify financial risks and opportunities within projects and support mitigation or improvement plans. - **Stakeholder Collaboration:** Act as a financial advisor to the CFO and the Project Managers; facilitate clear communication and decision-making. - **Process Improvement:** Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within financial and project control processes. **What do you bring** The ideal candidate excels in a dynamic, innovative, and international setting. You can work independently and you are self-reliant as you will manage a broad range of responsibilities. A proactive, flexible, and service-minded attitude is essential, as is the ability to work independently and support your main stakeholders. **Preferred qualifications & skills** - Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field. - 3+ years of experience in project controlling, project accounting, financial analysis, or similar roles. - Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail. - Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, Power BI). - Strong communication abilities and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines. - Some basic understanding of project management - Experience in financial reporting for European and Dutch subsidies is a pre. - Excellent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written (as you have to deal with Dutch subsidies). **What We Offer** - A dynamic and collaborative work environment. - Opportunities for professional growth within finance and project management. - Competitive compensation and benefits package. #### Interested? If this description matches your skills or interest, we welcome your application via the link provided. The selection process includes interviews starting from May 1st. Shortlisted candidates will be approached accordingly. To ensure a fair and efficient process, we kindly ask candidates not to contact us directly.