Back Office Portfolio Manager

Company Description

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there’s more work to be done – that’s why we need you to join us.

Job Description

Your department:
The Back Office Origination Europe & US unit is responsible for the end-to-end process for Origination portfolios which consists of non-standardized products. This involves trade control and deal validation, deal confirmations, invoicing, accruals, PnL (Profit & Loss) reconciliation, external counterpart relations and support new products implementation for origination products. In a quick and changing environment we are building the bridge between our Commercial departments and the different Finance units.

You will be part of the multi-national Back-Office team in Statkraft, which currently consists out of around 80 colleagues based in Oslo, Düsseldorf, Amsterdam, and Tirana.  

Your role:
As a Back-Office employee, you will be a key contact for our business in Oslo for different Origination’s portfolios in Europe and U.S. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Perform daily operational tasks such as trade validation of new contracts, process settlement and reconcile accounts.  
• Communicate with internal and external customers about all matters regarding operationalization of commercial contracts.  
• Close co-operation with Front Office, Middle Office and other units in the Operational and Risk departments across Europe
• Contribute to improvement initiatives, harmonization and standardization of month end processes and systems in Back Office.
• Share knowledge and advise Back Office departments to operationalize revenue accounting principles and developments provided by Finance & Accounting areas 

Qualifications

We are looking for a Back Office Specialist to support our operations with the essential skills to future-proof our business and renewable energy solutions. These skills include: 

• Knowledge how to keep and develop a good collaboration with internal and external customers about all matters regarding operationalization of commercial contracts 
• Eagerness to learn about the energy business and related Back Office processes 
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team and to thrive in a hectic environment 
• A good team player with excellent cooperation and communication skills and the ability to build relations across the organization 

Experiences in these areas are also useful in your role: 

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or similar educational background 
• Ideally 1-2 years of experience in contract operations, or accounting tasks in energy related companies.  
• Good communication skills in English and Norwegian are a must
• Profound IT Skills, especially knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office 365 or any other skills to manage customer support tools like Salesforce

Additional Information

Statkraft offers:

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. We have 125 years of unrivalled expertise in creating the technologies that put ecosystems, communities and our environment first. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including LinkedIn Learning and inspiring leaderships program like IMD
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
• The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and to be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet”
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, parental leave and work life balance principles
• Monetary childcare subsidy to support you and your family
• A focus on fun outside of work, supported by various activity groups such as soccer, yoga, sailing, climbing, boxing, cabin rentals, and much more
• Being part of a company proudly certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’

Challenged?

For us the ideas of our committed and ambitious colleagues make the difference. If you want to share our passion for renewable energy and be a part of tomorrow’s energy world, please apply through our online application form.
If you have any questions about the role please reach out to lars.simensen@statkraft.com

Please note: Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. We conduct background checks on qualified applicants before hire.