Finance Project Manager

Req ID:469442

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, 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 Manager in Katowice we’re looking for?

Your future role:

The FPM leads finances for projects in order to improve the project overall performance. He or She participates in overall Project Management process jointly with Project Manager. As a key member of the project, he provides financial analysis, advices and guidance to support the project team in making the best business decisions for the project. He is the main partner for the Financial Strategy success of the project, contributing in negotiation processes to secure project success. The FPM supports PM in risks and opportunities process and sign-off contingencies/committed savings. He is part of the Finance organization and covers the entire project lifecycle.

We’ll look to you for:

• Co-pilot to the project manager to ensure focus on the achievement of the financial goals of the project
• Ensure that project calculations reflect current status of project
• Review and Analysis of Estimated-at-completion calculation of the project for Budget, Forecast and Actual
• Review and Analysis of variances between Budget, Forecast and Actual figures and comment on them in monthly Reporting
• Keep Project Manager continuously updated on financial situation of project and upcoming risks & opportunities
• Challenge the project teams to assure a successful project execution
• Optimize financial aspects on the project
• Build and maintain successful cross functional relationships

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: 

• BSc in Finance
• Min. 2 years or relevant experience in controlling
• Good understanding of Finance/Controlling processes and tools
• Excellent knowledge in MS Excel, knowledge of SAP
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Solid organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Team working

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 new security standards for corporate controlling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our multicultural environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical).

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 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.