Operations Controller at Fortifikationsverket

Fortifikationsverket is looking for an operations controller for the management department whose mission is to plan, follow up, and develop operations. Are you an economist with experience working as a controller? Do you want to contribute to Sweden's defense capability? Apply today!

Fortifikationsverket owns, develops, and manages defense properties. With us, you contribute to something of the utmost importance – a safe and free Sweden.

About us and the mission

As an operations controller, you will be part of the operations follow-up group located in the management department's staff. The group consists of 5 employees and acts as a cohesive force for the department's operational management and reporting, closely collaborating with Fortifikationsverket's regional operations.

Examples of tasks included in the role:

• Plan, analyze, and compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ongoing improvement work and process development for higher quality
• Continuous contact with the management department's units and regions
• Quality assurance of budgets and forecasts as well as follow-up of project activities
• Participate in the development and management of systems

Qualifications and characteristics

For this position, we are looking for someone with an education in economics or another relevant field. You have several years of experience working as a controller or economist, including budgeting, operational planning, and operational follow-up. You have good knowledge and experience working with various systems and Excel, as well as an interest in system management and development. There are good opportunities to take on greater responsibility in this role, such as becoming a super user in our property management system. You also have excellent proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written, as well as good administrative skills. A valid driver's license (class B) is required.

It is advantageous if you have experience in the real estate or construction industry. It is also beneficial if you have experience in operational and governmental management, work with annual reports, and nationally distributed operations. If you have project management training or training in contract law, that is a plus. Familiarity with the government budget process and its various stages is also advantageous, as well as good knowledge of Agresso.

To thrive in the role of operations controller, we believe you are analytical, structured, and accustomed to working with numbers. You enjoy having many contacts and being proactive to ensure that deliveries of the right quality are completed on time. You are a team player with strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to communicate with individuals from entirely different areas of expertise and operations.

What do we offer you?

Together with approximately 1200 colleagues at Fortifikationsverket across the country, you will work with a unique property portfolio to strengthen Sweden's total defense. We take pride in our socially important mission, where we build, manage, operate, and develop advanced technology in critical infrastructure. Our tasks are varied, exciting, and challenging, requiring expertise. We operate according to the government value framework and its principles, striving for gender balance. Equal rights and opportunities are important to us.

Here, you will have excellent opportunities for professional development and access to great benefits. We also work to ensure you can maintain a good balance between work and leisure.

About the employment

The position is a permanent employment. The location is Eskilstuna or Stockholm, or as agreed. Swedish citizenship is a requirement, as employment at Fortifikationsverket is security classified. This means that a security screening and background check will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences; if you have protected personal information, please contact the named recruitment specialist for assistance in submitting your application. As a permanent employee, you will be assigned to military duty.

We welcome you to submit your application with a CV and cover letter by April 28, 2025. We prefer your application documents in Swedish. When applying, your personal data will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By submitting your application, you consent to this processing. Your application is a public document under the principle of public access. The questions you will answer when submitting your application will form the basis for the first selection we make.

Questions about the position?

Welcome to contact the recruiting group manager Jeanette Jonsson at 010-44 45 646 or recruitment specialist Josefin Pihlqvist at 070 280 87 47. You can also contact our union representatives: Eric Bergman, Ledarna, Tommy Eriksson, SEKO, Karin Alm, SACO, reachable via our switchboard at 010-44 44 000.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.