Finance Controller

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry.

Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Finance Controller in Astana we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your financial expertise in a dynamic and impactful environment. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates.

You’ll play a pivotal role in driving the financial success of our projects. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Project Management, Procurement, Legal, and Operations), provide financial insights and guidance, and ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.

You’ll specifically take care of optimizing financial aspects of the project organization, but also support strategic decision-making and risk management processes.

We’ll look to you for:

• Participating in the overall Project Management process alongside the Project Manager.

• Providing financial strategy and advice to enhance project outcomes.

• Ensuring compliance with finance rules during project review preparation and execution.

• Monitoring and improving the financial performance of projects, including contract margins, cash profiles, and risk mitigation.

• Providing accurate financial forecasts for revenue, cash flow, and costs.

• Supporting procurement processes, including internal transfer pricing policies and purchase order compliance.

• Collaborating with finance and non-finance expert functions, such as Tax, Treasury, Legal, and Operational Excellence.

• Contributing to negotiation processes and supporting risk and opportunity management.

• Partnering with the Project Manager and Contract Manager to address financial topics and risk profiles in contract and claim management.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (Master’s degree is a plus).

• Additional qualifications such as ACCA, CFA, or CAP/CIPA certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.

• 3+ years of experience in planning, financial modeling, auditing, or cost controlling.

• Experience in industrial sectors is a plus.

• Background in Big Four accounting firms is an advantage.

• Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with tools such as SAP and Power BI.

• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is a strong asset due to daily communication with French sites.

• Strong competencies in assertiveness, quick-thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.

• Work with international financial reporting standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues.

• Contribute to innovative and impactful projects.

• Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment.

• Steer your career in whichever direction you choose, across functions and countries.

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning opportunities.

• Progress towards leadership or specialized roles in finance and project management.

• Enjoy a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

• Thrive with our quality-of-life perks, including corporate shuttle-bus, monthly lunch allowance, 1Fit discount and a well-being platform subscription Empatia.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.