<h2>Overview</h2>Want to join an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa? Since it was established in 2019 as part of renewable energy frontrunner, Release by Scatec has been developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of pre-assembled and modular solar and battery equipment for the mining and utilities market. Recently announced funding by Climate Fund Managers will enable our dynamic, young team in its ambition to power and electrify Africa. We are present in several countries in Africa and in the Americas, and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Main purpose of positionRelease is looking for a Junior Project Controller based in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. Release by Scatec is in a phase of solid growth and is looking to strengthen the Release organisation with a Junior Project Controller.This is a highly visible, challenging, hands-on, dynamic and wide-ranging role covering activities such as business partnering with non-finance teams to add value across multiple business units and projects, driving strategy and profitability across all areas, and supporting the Release Finance and Asset Management (“FAM”) function.The position is a key resource in the Finance team and will report to the Project Controller.  Main responsibilities:<ul> <li>Controlling and reporting of costs and income on allocated Release projects in their respective phases</li> <li>Update &amp; maintain project controlling tools </li> <li>Review and approve Eye-share invoices, ensuring correct entity &amp; project allocations</li> <li>Stakeholder engagement outside of the Release finance function (Procurement and Logistics, Project Managers, Business Development team, O&amp;M team, planning etc.) on project and financing related matters.</li> <li>Maintain project cash flow forecasts and actual data</li> <li>Responsible for monthly allocated project and inputs to managerial reporting tasks.</li> <li>Interpreting data, both financial and non-financial, and understanding the impact of these on Release projects – all phases.</li> <li>Monthly invoicing – Intercompany &amp; Clients – where applicable </li> <li>Support with inventory reconciliations for project cost allocation</li> <li>Monitoring of monthly timesheet submissions and cost allocations.</li> <li>Data modeling &amp; analysis for business improvement</li> <li>Attend to ad-hoc tasks as and when required by Project Controller</li></ul>Qualifications and competencies <ul> <li>Degree in Finance, business or equivalent</li> <li>2-4 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment</li> <li>Ability to consolidate data from several sources for presentation, being able to efficiently process and evaluate large data volumes and propose actions based on findings.</li> <li>Experience in Renewable energy industry</li> <li>Ability to build strong networks and collaborate efficiently with functions outside of Finance. Support management and project team in making sound business decisions.</li> <li>Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Master Microsoft suite (Particularly Excel) and business intelligence tools (Including the use of AI).</li> <li>Overall curiosity and ability to contribute to Finance areas such as TAX, Treasury, Accounting, Financial Reporting and Systems, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Fluent in English written and verbally and French advantageous</li></ul>Personal characteristicsIt is part of every Release employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec group’s vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:<ul> <li>Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.</li> <li>Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently.</li> <li>Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.</li> <li>Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.</li></ul>We offerRelease, is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry.  We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.  Release is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.  All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Scatec Solar is an integrated independent solar power producer, delivering affordable, rapidly deployable and sustainable source of clean energy worldwide. A long term player, Scatec Solar develops, builds, owns, operates and maintains solar power plants, and already has an installation track record of close to 600 MW.

Release: Junior Project Controller (12 month Contract)

<h2>Overview</h2>Want to join an innovative player in renewable energy that is rapidly growing in Africa? Since it was established in 2019 as part of renewable energy frontrunner, Release by Scatec has been developing and deploying a unique, flexible leasing solution of pre-assembled and modular solar and battery equipment for the mining and utilities market. Recently announced funding by Climate Fund Managers will enable our dynamic, young team in its ambition to power and electrify Africa. We are present in several countries in Africa and in the Americas, and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.&nbsp;Main purpose of positionRelease is looking for a Junior Project Controller based in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future.&nbsp;Release by Scatec is in a phase of solid growth and is looking to strengthen the Release organisation with a Junior Project Controller.This is a highly visible, challenging, hands-on, dynamic and wide-ranging role covering activities such as business partnering with non-finance teams to add value across multiple business units and projects, driving strategy and profitability across all areas, and supporting the Release Finance and Asset Management (“FAM”) function.The position is a key resource in the Finance team and will report to the Project Controller.&nbsp;&nbsp;Main responsibilities:<ul> <li>Controlling and reporting of costs and income on allocated Release projects in their respective phases</li> <li>Update &amp; maintain project controlling tools </li> <li>Review and approve Eye-share invoices, ensuring correct entity &amp; project allocations</li> <li>Stakeholder engagement outside of the Release finance function (Procurement and Logistics, Project Managers, Business Development team, O&amp;M team, planning etc.) on project and financing related matters.</li> <li>Maintain project cash flow forecasts and actual data</li> <li>Responsible for monthly allocated project and inputs to managerial reporting tasks.</li> <li>Interpreting data, both financial and non-financial, and understanding the impact of these on Release projects – all phases.</li> <li>Monthly invoicing – Intercompany &amp; Clients – where applicable </li> <li>Support with inventory reconciliations for project cost allocation</li> <li>Monitoring of monthly timesheet submissions and cost allocations.</li> <li>Data modeling &amp; analysis for business improvement</li> <li>Attend to ad-hoc tasks as and when required by Project Controller</li></ul>Qualifications and competencies&nbsp;<ul> <li>Degree in Finance, business or equivalent</li> <li>2-4 years relevant work experience, preferably from an international environment</li> <li>Ability to consolidate data from several sources for presentation, being able to efficiently process and evaluate large data volumes and propose actions based on findings.</li> <li>Experience in Renewable energy industry</li> <li>Ability to build strong networks and collaborate efficiently with functions outside of Finance. Support management and project team in making sound business decisions.</li> <li>Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Master Microsoft suite (Particularly Excel) and business intelligence tools (Including the use of AI).</li> <li>Overall curiosity and ability to contribute to Finance areas such as TAX, Treasury, Accounting, Financial Reporting and Systems, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Fluent in English written and verbally and French advantageous</li></ul>Personal characteristicsIt is part of every Release employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec group’s vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:<ul> <li>Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.</li> <li>Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently.</li> <li>Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.</li> <li>Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.</li></ul>We offerRelease, is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. &nbsp;We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.&nbsp;&nbsp;Release is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. &nbsp;All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.&nbsp;

Release: Junior Project Controller (12 month Contract)

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