Project Controller
Grand Rapids, MI  / Wauwatosa, WI  / Atlanta, GA  / Plano, TX ...View All
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Are you aspiring to move into a CFO type role and looking for the right fit to develop key analytical tools to further your development? Due to growth, Dematic has an immediate opening for a Project Controller.

The Project Controller will act as a co-pilot in our Project Execution teams and will be the lead finance individual (essentially a project CFO) responsible for driving a strong control environment and no-surprise culture within their project portfolio.

This position is truly a bridge between the operational & financial functions of the organization and, as such, would suit individuals who have demonstrated ownership and accountability for delivering results in a matrixed environment or working as a business partner to operational functions to jointly drive organizational success.

This role offers the flexibility to work on a remote model. Travel is expected to be 10-15%, to project sites and NA Headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI.

What we offer:
  • Career Development
  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay Transparency
  • Global Opportunities

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Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $82,000-$166,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

This is What You Will do in This Role:

  • Serve as project CFO for assigned portfolio
  • Joint responsibility with project managers for the financial success of the projects.
  • Partner with Project Managers by providing project forecast preparation, analysis & reporting
  • Challenge execution teams in order to mitigate/minimize potential deviations from budget and schedule
  • Challenge execution team on identification of risks, contribute to quantify risks and set up mitigation plans
  • Manage project financial projections (Estimates at Complete) and ensure any deviations from budget are clearly quantified and supported by root cause documentation
  • Contract review and performance monitoring to drive favorable financial results through Change Order management activities
  • Monthly presentation of project financial performance to VP/Director of project execution
  • Participate in project team meetings to ensure forecast commitments are delivered
  • Ensure correct order intake booking
  • Monitor revenue recognition according to IFRS15
  • Optimize project cashflow by overseeing invoicing and collections activities
  • Manage FX risk and hedges
  • Request and manage guarantees and insurances as requested
  • Support ad hoc analysis & other duties as assigned to improve the performance of project controlling function

What We are Looking For:

  • Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance or related field of study with applicable experience
  • 7+ years experience in either a projects business (preferred) or manufacturing plant
  • Strong sense of ownership & accountability - with demonstrated ability to deliver success whilst working with an operational business partner
  • Ability to build relationships while challenging and pro-actively driving improvements and change
  • Encourages a team spirit of continuous development and learning from mistakes; actively seeks feedback on their behavior
  • Promotes respect for different cultures, mentalities and attitudes and fosters diversity on their team
  • Demonstrates an inquisitive nature with exceptional analytical, critical reasoning, and communication skills
  • Desire to understand the product/solutions and not just the numbers
  • Strong demonstrated use of SAP PS Module (or equivalent ERP), Excel and PowerPoint

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$82,000-$166,000
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
7+ years
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