Assistant Finance Manager (Project Controller)

Job Purpose

Responsible for overseeing and managing all financial aspects of a project from inception to completion. Ensuring that the project adheres to its financial goals, stays within budget, and maintains proper cash flow management throughout its lifecycle. Monitoring and controlling project costs, preparing financial reports, providing analysis, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Collaborating with project managers, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders to provide accurate financial insights, ensure effective risk management, and contribute to the project's overall financial success.

Key Accountabilities

1. Develop and monitor the project's budget in effective collaboration with Project Managers and other stakeholders.
2. Ensure that the project's revenues & costs are tracked accurately and align with financial budgets/forecasts.
3. Maintain & review the Project Order Book/Contract Values regularly for any changes in contract scope or billing structure.
4. Monitor revenue, capital expenditures, and headcounts, comparing them to budgeted costs.
5. Track open purchase orders.
6. Report any financial discrepancies or risks to management and propose corrective actions.
7. Conduct detailed financial analysis to assess project profitability and identify potential financial issues.
8. Forecast future costs and revenues, adjusting for potential risks or changes.
9. Compliance & Risk Management
10. Ensure project adherence to commercial terms & conditions and highlight associated risks.
11. Identify financial risks and disputes, collaborating to develop mitigation strategies.
12. Participate in contract audit processes (auditing financial aspects) and collaborate on internal audits, ensuring all necessary financial documents are provided.
13. Prepare monthly project financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
14. Monitor project-specific processes and documents (compliance, purchasing, subcontracts, audits, insurance, project risks, etc.).
15. Serve as the liaison between project managers, senior executives, and external stakeholders such as investors or financiers.
16. Ensure all stakeholders are informed about the project's financial status.
17. Present financial reports regularly to Excom & stakeholders.
18. Provide the Project Manager and hierarchy with necessary financial data and information of possible consequence, acting as a business partner.
19. Oversee cash flow management to ensure sufficient funds are available for project needs.
20. Monitor collections, payments, DSO, aging of AR and AP.
21. Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.
22. Abide by the HSEQ policy, procedures, and local legislation, actively committing to workplace safety and quality standards.

Qualifications, Experiences, Skills

1. Master's or professional degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (MBA, ACCA or equivalent certification).
2. 3-5 years of related experience in financial planning & analysis, accounting, or a related field.
3. Proven experience in project finance, budgeting, cost management, or financial analysis, with strong accounting knowledge.
4. Proficiency in financial software and Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365, Adaptive Insight) is preferable.
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
7. Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks independently.
8. Business-partnering mindset with project management experience.
9. Advanced Excel skills and innovative approach to electronic spreadsheets.