Wallenius Wilhelmsen

Overview:

SENIOR BUSINESS CONTROLLER GROUP FUNCTIONS

The Senior Business Controller Group Functions plays a critical role in ensuring effective financial control and performance monitoring of projects and operations. This position is responsible for producing and tracking targets for group SGA and all corporate function P&Ls, forecasting costs, analyzing variances, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making. The Senior Business Controller Group Functions collaborates closely with project managers, procurement teams, and finance departments to ensure accurate cost reporting and financial integrity.

We believe the right person for this role combines strong financial acumen with analytical thinking and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. To succeed, we believe you are a problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates effectively across teams and functions. You are results-oriented and motivated by driving progress and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Act as lead finance business partner for corporate functions (e.g. Finance, HR, IT, Sales etc.).
• Develop, implement, and maintain cost control systems, procedures, and reporting standards for the group’s SGA, covering both projects and operations.
• Monitor project and operational targets, ensuring expenditures are in line with approved financial plans.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses, providing explanations for deviations.
• Coordinate with project managers and department heads to gather relevant financial data and cost drivers.
• Support the target setting and planning process for all corporate functions, including preparation of long-term financial plans.
• Analyze historical cost data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Review and validate contractor invoices, change orders, and other cost-related documents.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial controls, and audit requirements.
• Provide financial input during contract negotiations and procurement planning.
• Train and mentor team members (if applicable). Ensure accurate forecasts through close collaboration with customer and Business Operations in Shipping Service.
• Own the planning, implementation and execution of SGA transfer pricing.

Job Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5, preferably 7-10 years of experience in cost control, financial analysis, or project controls preferably in industries such as shipping, logistics, manufacturing etc.
• Proficiency in financial software such as ERP systems, consolidation and forecasting tools, Excel etc.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE:

• Working knowledge of PowerBI is a plus.
• Leadership experience is a plus.
• Professional certification (e.g., CMA, CPA, CIMA) is a plus.

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we're not just looking for a perfect requirement match - we're searching for passionate individuals with unique perspectives. Since we are looking for the best talents to join our company, we want to address a common concern: research shows that women and members of minority groups often hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement - give us the opportunity to decide if that's the case! Your experience and enthusiasm matter more than checking every box, and we'd love to have you on board!

BENEFITS

• Terms and compensation at a competitive level.
• A great opportunity for development in a global company.
• Modern office facilities at Lysaker with top-notch in-house canteen with subsidized lunch and available free parking.
• Sporting and cultural activities (e.g., group training in our gymnasium, running, sailing, kayaking, pilates, football, theatre, concert tickets, etc.)
• Social events year-round (e.g., wine tasting, cooking classes, yoga, dance, rock-climbing lessons, etc.)
• Company cabins in Norway and abroad.
• Premium health and group life insurance, including access to online medical services.
• A great pension scheme.
• Paid parental leave and compassionate leave.
• Flexible working conditions with a hybrid work setup.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is an iconic shipping and logistics company with premium end-to-end supply chain management. Our vision is to empower people and markets through a sustainable flow of goods and services.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 8200 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers, and offices in nearly 45 countries. When added up, the effort of our global workforce keeps the world moving.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. We recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is central to our business outcomes because it touches every part of our operations and strategy. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

Last Application Date: June 15, 2025