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Project Controller
Posted on Sept. 5, 2025
- Espoo, Finland
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.
Aalto University Financial Services is now looking for a Project Controller to manage the financial lifecycle of externally funded research projects (e.g., Academy of Finland, EU, Business Finland, foundations and industry).
Your main responsibilities
- Budgeting, monitoring, forecasting and reporting for a portfolio of research projects ensuring compliance with funder rules.
- Handling invoicing.
- Build clear financial insights for project leaders, improving predictability and decision-making. Create ad-hoc calculations and management reports.
- Communicate with domestic and international partners on project financial matters.
You will be a part of the school's finance team and work closely with both academic and other personnel.
We expect from you
- Knowledge of financial management and accounting principles
- A higher education degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field
- Proactive and organized way of working
- Service mindset and ability to communicate clearly also with non‑financial stakeholders
- Ability to manage details carefully while understanding the bigger picture
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP) and Excel/BI basics
- Fluency in Finnish and English
We offer
- A meaningful and inspiring environment. We are proud of our purpose to shape a sustainable future. We spark the game changers of tomorrow, and renew society with research-based knowledge, creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- A culture where everyone is valued. All our work is guided by the values of the university: responsibility, courage, and collaboration. We want to be an open community where equality and inclusion enable curiosity, innovation, collaboration and wellbeing.
- Support, coaching and sparring when you feel you need it.
- Possibilities for competence development and learning.
We value work-life balance and well-being in all aspects of life. We work in a hybrid model, with the primary workplace located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections. The salary for the position is determined according to the University salary system. The overall monthly salary at the start of the employment is approximately 3300–3700€, depending on prior experience and expertise. The employment relationship is permanent.
Join us!
To apply, please share your CV and motivation letter with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”) by 16 April 2026, 23:59 EEST.
Internal candidates: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account.
Students and visitors: Please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions.
Questions?
For more information about the role, please contact controller Katariina Toivonen, +358 50 344 2530 on April 9th at 13:00-14 or Controller Eeva Lampinen, +358 50 3525226 on April 8th at 13:00-14:00.
For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Partner Isabella Itäpalo, isabella.itapalo(a)aalto.fi.
More about Aalto University:
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youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/
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instagram.com/aaltouniversity
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