Finance Project Controller SSC Mannheim

Req ID:486888

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 Project Controller (SSC Mannheimin Cluj-Napoca), Romania we’re looking for?

Your future role

Co-pilot to the Project Manager to ensure focus on the achievement of the financial goals of the project. Provides all required financial information about the project. Support Project Management, control the monthly margin realization, monitor and support the EAC change process, support project planning, and ensure that Alstom accounting guidelines are respected. Single point of contact for all financial issues relating to the specific project portfolio controlled. Close monitoring of the project deliverables. Early assessment and measuring of financial impact of risks and opportunities with regular follow-ups on action plans. Proactively follow and challenge the project cash flow and gross margin. 

We’ll look to you for:

Business partnering:

• SSMs/PMs & Project Core Team; incl. PUs
• Cooperation with/ Report to FPMs (LUs)
• WPCs from involved PUs (consolidated & deconsolidated)
• Finance expert functions: e.g. Tax and Customs, Treasury and Financing, Internal Audit
• Expert functions: e.g. Legal, Platforms, Operational Excellence, etc

Reports

• Monthly cost control (Contract Income Statement)
• Reporting projects (consolidation at sub-system level needed)
• Actual vs forecast/budget analysis and cost reallocation
• Analysis of Sales, Total Costs and Gross  margin based on actuals

Sales, invoicing and cash management

• Internal invoice calculation
• Internal invoicing plan 
• Internal invoice prepartion/creation- on demand (when person resposible for is not available)
• Internal overdue analysis and reporting on demand

Contract

• Subsystem EAC/ISP management
• Contract subsystem closure

Project reviews

• SSR preparation --> input for MPRs/FPRs
• Risk and opportunity analysis (with SSM)
• Early warnings & ROO preparation (with SSM)
• Project consolidation at sub-system level

MEC and BS items

• Contract overview on subsystem level
• Cost reclass/corrections on subsystem level
• Contract provisions management on subsystem level
• BS accounts reconciliation on subsystem level
• Other booking instructions, related to the Subsystem

Forecast/Budget

Forecast/Budget cycles incl. inputs in Polaris (EAC changes + phasing)

Audit

On-demand audit requests

Master data

Contract structure creation, related to Subsystem

FIN Systems

• FCAST/LE/TYP - inputs in POLARIS, coordiation with other participants within the same RU
• ODYC - inputs for forecast (FPRs) for resposible site (MU); coordination of other involved PUs in project)

Other/ General

• Challenge and approve Project Financials (cash, competitiveness) as per Delegation of authority (DoA
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, especially for tax and statutory accounts purposes
• Contribute to negotiation processes to secure project success (customer and / or partner)
• Support SSM in risks and opportunities process and sign-off contingencies/committed savings
• Contribute effectively with the project initial set up
• Communicate effectively with Subsystem Stakeholders and provide reliable financial analysis to assist in the decision-making (Explain, justify and keep record in detail)
• Explain, justify and keep record in detail of the estimates
• Understanding the Project Organization (PxO) focused on Financial Flows
• Managing and analyzing costs
• Preparing timely forecasts for internal sales, costs
• Supporting the finance teams in the monthly closing process and reporting Project financials in a suitable manner
• Follow the project in the different stages: Execution, Warranty and closing
• Participation in PCMs/ WPRs /SSRs & other project meetings on demand
• Preparation to Site/BOG financial meetings (FIN Heatmap)

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)

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
• Be part of a large team with over 800 professionals in  HR, Finance and Procurement & Supply Chain
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Utilize our Agile, Responsible and Inclusive working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning (Access to Alstom University and Alstom Learning Program)
• Professional Development Plan – we offer great opportunities to develop yourself within the company
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential (Competitive Salary and Meal Vouchers,  Flexible Benefits at your choice - on top of your salary, Holiday Bonuses (Easter, Christmas), Employee Loyalty Bonus, Reimbursement of telework expenses – for amount of days worked from home, Additional Bonuses -  referral bonuses, new-born bonus, discounts)
• Entitle to comprehensive and competitive social coverage (Life and Accident  Insurance, Private medical subscription at Regina Maria and  Private Pension)
• Work-life balance - we offer flexible working hours and a hybrid model of work (Working from Home 3 days/week) and 25 days of annual leave
• Be part of our Social Corporate Responsibilities initiatives (Social events, Humanitarian Actions)

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FOOTER

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.