Business-oriented Business Controller

We at WeQuel are now looking for an experienced, business-oriented Business Controller in Södertälje. You will join a diverse team of business controllers supporting the client's Research & Development business, with a focus on steering and planning processes and tools. You will support and drive financial processes, take part in strategic decision-making and make sure financial targets are met. Research & Development is going through major changes in ways of working, systems and roles, and Controlling is changing with it. Controlling works in a global context and plays an important role as a business partner. You will help design and implement the future financial management model.

As a consultant with us, you will have the opportunity to work with one of our clients, who are leading companies within the transportation, automotive and industrial sectors. There you will help optimise processes, strengthen financial steering and create sustainable, long-term solutions.

Your responsibilities:

• Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting

• Actively influencing development costs

• Financial closing, analysis and reporting

• KPI tracking and follow-up

• Presentations of financial results and KPIs

• Dedicated support to two R&D functions

• Active membership in the functions' global management teams

• Contributing to the design and implementation of the future financial management model

You will report to the Head of R&D Controlling, EE Applications & EE Platform. You will work across networks and leadership teams, with regular contact with the client's R&D and other Controlling functions. Your core team is four business controllers and the manager. It is a diverse team supporting the Electrics, Electronics and Software development business within the client's R&D. Outside the core team, you will have a broad network across R&D controlling and other controlling functions. You will be part of something bigger and get an inside view of the entire transportation industry.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in business controlling

• Master's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or a related field

• Proficiency in English, written and spoken; knowledge of Swedish is a strong advantage

• Advanced analytical and systems skills: Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI

• SAP experience is a strong advantage

• Experience working with senior stakeholders and management teams, ideally in an international environment

• Able to build trusted relationships and influence decisions across finance and non-finance functions

• Proven ability to drive business performance in a structured, analytical and results-oriented way

• Strong business acumen and a problem-solving mindset in complex, changing environments

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organisation

• High integrity and a real interest in products, operations and business drivers

Assignment details

• Start date: 2026-10-01

• End date: Approx. 3 months after start

• Location: Södertälje

• Workload: 100%

• Remote: 100% ONSITE (5 days/week on site)

• Interview format: Online and on site

The client's environment

• A dynamic, engaging workplace built on collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement

• A strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions

• A structured development plan and a wide range of training, locally and internationally

• Access to a health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance

• Bonus

• Flexible working hours

• Company car leasing

We offer

At WeQuel, you become part of a consulting team that values people first. We believe success comes from engagement, collaboration and development. We offer a flat organisation with short decision paths, a strong sense of community and the opportunity to shape your own development.