E&P Project Controller - Energy Transition - Firenze

Manpower, On Site Division, is recruiting on behalf of a multinational company operating in the Energy Transition sector an E&P Project Controller to be based at the Florence plant.

Job Summary

The E&P Project Controller is a key member of the Equipment & Projects Finance team and works in close partnership with the Project Management organization.

The role leverages data and financial analysis to support decision‑making, with a strong focus on process simplification, accuracy, and compliance with controllership governance.

Please note: this position operates in an international environment, and daily interaction with an English‑speaking manager and global stakeholders is required.

As the direct manager does not speak Italian , fluent English is mandatory .

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to ensure governance and control over project costs
• Lead Project Margin Reviews to define project margins for revenue recognition purposes
• Assess cost estimate exposures, risks, and opportunities, and determine the need for reserves
• Perform detailed variance analysis versus budgets and benchmarks to identify productivity improvement opportunities
• Actively participate in reviews and discussions held entirely in English with international stakeholders
• Contribute to strategic digitization and simplification initiatives (e.g. systems implementation, cross‑functional processes, RPA) as a team leader or contributor
• Perform other finance‑related duties as assigned

Fuel Your Passion – To Be Successful in This Role You Will

• Hold a degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or an equivalent discipline from an accredited university or college
• Have relevant professional experience, preferably within the finance function of a multinational company
• Have experience using financial systems such as Oracle and OBIEE
• Be fully fluent in English, both written and spoken – mandatory requirement

Desired Characteristics

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to interact effectively with international stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership capabilities
• Strategic mindset with an entrepreneurial approach
• Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex issues within a matrix organization

Additional Information

• Location: Florence
• Contract duration: 12 months – Maternity Cover
• Job level: B1
• Annual Gross Salary: €34,400, paid over 13 monthly instalments