Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0101229Date Posted:2025-08-04Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):FinanceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity To support our team within the Business Unit Grid Integration, Global Product Group Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Service, we are looking for the Controller to lead finance matters related to Research and Development (“R&amp;D”) activities and supporting R&amp;D Leadership Team on operational and strategic topics.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Finance business partner to R&amp;D Leadership Team and support Global Product Group</li><li>Lead finance matters related to research and development activities (cost controlling, hourly rates, financial tools, financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting)</li><li>Project Controlling for R&amp;D projects and overview the overall portfolio of R&amp;D projects</li><li>Improve and lead finance processes in R&amp;D function</li><li>Support strategic and operational initiatives to drive growth and efficiency</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>A master’s degree in business administration, finance or accounting</li><li>Experience in finance controlling ideally in R&amp;D or project controlling</li><li>Operational mindset, hands-on approach</li><li>Ability to synthesize data and support strategic initiatives</li><li>Good interpersonal skills</li><li>Good knowledge of SAP and data analytics systems</li><li>Fluent in English</li></ul>More about us We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Wide range of benefits: health insurance, pension fund, welfare, flexible working type, flexible working hours.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Research and Development Controller (f/m/d)

Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0101229Date Posted:2025-08-04Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):FinanceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity To support our team within the Business Unit Grid Integration, Global Product Group Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Service, we are looking for the Controller to lead finance matters related to Research and Development (“R&amp;D”) activities and supporting R&amp;D Leadership Team on operational and strategic topics.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Finance business partner to R&amp;D Leadership Team and support Global Product Group</li><li>Lead finance matters related to research and development activities (cost controlling, hourly rates, financial tools, financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting)</li><li>Project Controlling for R&amp;D projects and overview the overall portfolio of R&amp;D projects</li><li>Improve and lead finance processes in R&amp;D function</li><li>Support strategic and operational initiatives to drive growth and efficiency</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>A master’s degree in business administration, finance or accounting</li><li>Experience in finance controlling ideally in R&amp;D or project controlling</li><li>Operational mindset, hands-on approach</li><li>Ability to synthesize data and support strategic initiatives</li><li>Good interpersonal skills</li><li>Good knowledge of SAP and data analytics systems</li><li>Fluent in English</li></ul>More about us We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact. Wide range of benefits: health insurance, pension fund, welfare, flexible working type, flexible working hours.<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

Research and Development Controller (f/m/d)

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