Business Controller

Business Controller Location Hybrid remote in Arlington, VA :

Company Description

Business Controller for Ramboll Americas

Location is flexible

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is seeking motivated and inquisitive candidates to join the Business Finance Team.

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you'll be joining a company that strives to make a difference - for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Joining Ramboll

Do you wish to play a critical role in providing transparency and insight into our business markets for Ramboll Americas? We are searching for a talented and engaging person to join our Line Management team supporting mainly our Country Management departments.

As our new Business Controller, you will be part of an open and collaborative team of diverse professionals. You will work independently as well as collaborate within the Business Finance team.

The primary responsibility is to generate monthly reporting, variance analysis, and offer data driven business insight to key stakeholders. Key stakeholders include market leadership, Head of Business Finance, and Americas Finance Director.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years' experience with strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, month end variance analysis, management reporting, reporting tools, revenue recognition, and stakeholder management.
• It is an advantage if you have worked with cost controlling and support functions before and you must be able to be proactive and collaborate with key stakeholders to develop management teams, reports, and processes.
• You need to be driven and be proactive and willing to sometimes go beyond your role when needed.

• Strong Excel Skills
• Excellent communication (written & oral), interpersonal and organizational skills

Set yourself apart by demonstrating the following attributes:

• Executive presence
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong analytical skills
• An understanding of US GAAP
• Ability to successfully lead meetings in a remote working environment where most stakeholders and team members are in different locations
• Periodic travel maybe required.
• This role is a hybrid role position and will be expected to be in the office 2 - 3 days per week.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Business Controlling Responsibilities:

• Support market leadership in business planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• Monitor business results and generate variance analysis for management
• Provide management reporting on financial issues at all levels
• Ensure correct month end results at department, division, market, and PBU/GP levels. This includes cost accruals, revenue recognition, follow-up on WIP, write downs, and claims handling in compliance with Ramboll policy.
• Engage in Process Optimization for Business and Project Controlling
• Attend relevant meetings and provide qualified input to commercial decisions
• Give complex financial advisory and contribute to business development
• Give support and advise to all level of Management on Financial Project Management issues
• Notify management on financial risk related to projects
• Provide information to management to be used for commercial decisions

Cost Controlling Responsibilities:

• Provide decision-making support for Heads of Department & FD manage (Country Management) overhead costs
• Deliver timely and accurate monthly close in-line with local and global procedures; track risks and opportunities for latest forecast
• Drive continuous cost improvement mindset, proactively identify opportunities to optimize costs, and support their delivery
• Manage the budget and forecast process for these departments, guiding decisions on the future shape of these functions

Welcome to our Support Organization

In Ramboll's Support Functions, we take pride in keeping Ramboll running smoothly, enabling bright minds throughout the organization to focus on their areas of expertise as we tie together all parts of the business. We provide support within areas like Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Communication, Facility Management and more, coordinating efforts and securing common ground for the development and servicing of clients and markets.

Ramboll in Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company that has over 2,000 experts working across more than 60 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water, Management Consulting, and Architecture and Landscape. As a company, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact, contributing to a cohesive society with equal rights and opportunities for all, and fostering a culture of excellence, enjoyment, and equal opportunities for all our employees. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business conduct and sustainable practices have been part of Ramboll's DNA since the company's inception. Today these principles are an integral part of Our Mission and services and are formalized through our systematic work with the UN sustainable development goals. We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. We have also committed to ambitious targets to maximize our own sustainability performance and set the industry benchmark.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.