Finance Project Analyst

Req ID:522173 

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 Work Package Controlling Analyst R&D in Cluj-Napoca we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your valuable expertise in a new cutting-edge field work alongside with smart, experienced, mature and assertive teammates.

You'll play a critical role in managing financial operations at project sites and supporting project teams with financial planning, analysis, and reporting. This role ensures financial compliance, cost control, and accurate forecasting across multiple projects and locations.

We’ll look to you for:

• Support & create Internal Selling Price;
• Set up WBS;
• Follow actual cost;
• Update EAC;
• Sign-off in MEC (if applicable);
• Invoice when done;
• Communicate with stakeholders throughout the process;
• Invoicing our Spare Parts (done in GSI, sent by e-invoicing and PDF; approx. 250–300 invoices/month; can be done in weekly batches);
• Create WBS (GT Projects) in GSI for tenders (DIS, SER, COMPO);
• Update Budget in GSI when new tender is created;
• Follow up cost and create report;
• Close WBS;
• Track actual costs against budgeted figures and analyze variances;
• Monitor expenditures and ensure proper allocation of costs;
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions;
• Prepare periodic financial reports for internal and external stakeholders;
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and project documentation;
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies;
• Liaise with site teams, procurement, and finance to ensure timely data flow;
• Participate in project meetings to provide financial insights and updates;
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for invoicing and payment tracking.

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: 

• Finance degree or any other relevant discipline (Finance / Business / Economics related);
• 5+ years Experience in Finance/Accounting processes and systems;
• Proficiency in the use of Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge of SAP is a plus;
• Fluent in English;
• Strong general business understanding and experience in complex multi-national organizations;
• Previous experience in accounting roles(AP, AR, CM, Treasury, GL, CL);
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving;
• Communication & Teamwork inside and outside GFC;
• Excellent time management and organizational ability;
• Positive and proactive attitude, with resilience under pressure;
• Strong communication abilities in handling time sensitive topics together with more senior positions (Local / Group);
• Attention to Detail / Task Oriented Mindset;
• Management of complex topics;
• Comfort with financial data and ability to transform into clear/concise messages;
• Previous experience in Internal Control and Audit is a plus;
• Another European language would be a plus;
• Advanced tools experience is a plus (SAP GSI, Teranga, Qlikview, Polaris, Power Automate, Power Query).

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.