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Project Controller - Rail
- Location:
- Barcelona, Spain
- Business:
- Industrial Services
- Position type:
- Full Time
- Contract type:
- Permanent Employee
- Job ID:
- 6983
Overview
About us
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About the role
Local Unit & Position Description:
DNV Industrial Services, is seeking a Project Controller will provide direct support to the Global Controller Rail across all financial activities related to sales, project controlling, credit collection and reporting. The role has a multi‑country scope, supporting any region assigned within Industrial Services
Position Description:
- Initiate invoicing — Proactively prepare accurate and timely invoices in alignment with customer contracts and global finance procedures and ensure timely collection of AR balances
- Validate project inputs — Challenge and confirm financial data provided by Project Managers and Line Management; actively engage PMs to ensure required change orders are raised.
- Lead monthly project reviews — Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with PMs, perform expenditure checks, document outcomes, and guide Administrators on follow‑up actions.
- Maintain project financial records — Ensure accurate, up‑to‑date project financials and monitor progress throughout the project life cycle to support timely completion and closure.
- Manage WIP balances — Oversee Work in Progress, assess collectability
- Escalate high‑risk items — Identify critical project risks and escalate them to Global Controller Rail when necessary.
- Support operational processes — Assist with time‑card compliance, supplier invoice workflow resolution, and other operational finance activities, collection.
- Provide financial support — Offer PMs and staff financial guidance while promoting commercial awareness across the organization.
- Maintain audit‑ready documentation — Keep thorough records of all financial activities to support audits and follow‑up by Global Controller Rail, Industrial Services Finance & Performance Director or Global Shared Services.
- Monthly Closing
What we offer
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.
About you
Technical/ Competency Requirements
- Invoicing process knowledge — Solid understanding of invoicing workflows and financial compliance requirements.
- Financial systems proficiency — Familiarity with core finance tools such as NGPS, Scheduler, Basware, and Oracle Finance
- Attention to detail — Ability to ensure accuracy and consistency across all financial activities.
- Communication & stakeholder management — Strong ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external clients.
- Language — strong English proficiency (spoken and written)
Professional Qualification/ Expertise/ Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent professional qualification.
- Strong and proven experience in financial operations, ideally including project controlling or similar roles.
- High learning agility and ability to quickly understand new processes, tools and business requirements.
- Proactive attitude with strong initiative and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Flexibility to take on a broad range of financial and operational tasks beyond the core scope of the role.
- Strong sense of ownership, accountability and willingness to support the Global Controller across any assigned country.
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Benefits
Please note that some benefits may vary depending on location, business area, and employment terms. Please confirm with your recruiter.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.
Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.
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Working here
Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.
At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.
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