AMECA Cost Controlling Manager M/F

Req ID:500513 

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.

Purpose of the job:

The AMECA* FP&A Cost controlling manager steers the region-wide analysis of Support function costs (POH, NPOH, Tendering) and the forecasting, and reporting thereof. The AMECA FP&A Cost controlling manager, as a double hatting, will also be leading the ex-MENAT** FP&A processes and teams.  

*AMECA - Africa, Middle East, Central Asia region

**MENAT - "Middle East, North Africa Turkiye cluster" of countries

The AMECA FP&A Cost controlling manager:

• Leads cost controlling for the AMECA region, and presents results to the AMECA Leadership team
• Is responsible for the budget and forecasting cost cycles, and the cost strategy definition for the Region
  • structuring discussions on function costs, S&A and POH, with all Heads of Support functions and site MDs/FDs
  • providing detailed analyses to support discussions
  • challenging every team throughout the whole cycle
• Collaborates with Group operational and function controllers, and AMECA Operational team to achieve region targets
• Leads tender cost review process with AMECA Commercial teams
• Challenges clusters and country MD’s and FD’s to ensure targets are achieved and cost saving initiatives are implemented
• Challenges internal stakeholders to stimulate regional, cluster or site performance
• Managing and developing the cost controlling analyst

The AMECA FP&A Cost controlling manager is also in charge of the ex-MENAT FP&A processes:

• Manages and controls ex-MENAT countries FP&A data and challenges them every month
• Leads FP&A local teams and is accountable for the ex-MENAT FP&A data and process quality
• Supports improvement/transformation plans with the local FP&A support and ensures local FP&A teams are trained and developed accordingly

The AMECA FP&A Cost controlling manager is the owner of the AMECA HQ reporting unit (RU5201):

• Defining the Reporting U strategy and cost structure and analyzing its performance throughout the year.
• Presenting the RU performance on a monthly basis to AMECA Business Performance Director
• Leading the ICQ campaign for the unit, and ensuring all internal controls are complied with.
• Instructing all interco. Invoicing to GFC 

Educational Requirements: Finance/Business University Degree

Mandatory experience:

• 10 years minimum finance experience including Business Performance
• Proficient in ALSTOM reporting tools (GSI, Polaris, Teranga)
• Prior external or internal audit experience is a plus
• Fluency in English

Required competencies & Skills 

• Dedication to outcomes
• Action-oriented Communication and problem-solving-oriented attitude
• Superior Analytical Skills geared towards the synthetization of numerous information and complex data flow
• Controlling & Business Performance expertise
• Ability to manage several topics at the same time, rapid execution with energizing attitude
• Ability to shape and project key performance indicators
• Capitalize on own experience to drive improvement
• Demonstrate Teamwork, Integrity, Conviction, Hard work and Resilience
• Professional attitude in dealing with people from diverse backgrounds
• Good power point presentation skills. Provide building blocks of AMECA finance story-telling.
• Ability to work under pressure and exposure N+1, N+2, Finance Directors and Region Leadership Team
• Ability to interact with multiple counterparties and work in an international environment 

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.

Job Type:​Experienced​