Senior Project Controller

Hitachi Rail; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Dubai is seeking a Finance Business Partner to manage project finances and enhance financial insights. The role demands strong analytical skills, proficiency in project budget management, and the ability to comply with internal and external regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with SAP / S4 Hana. This position offers opportunities to support project managers and influence decision-making at all levels.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to control multiple projects simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of cost control, risk assessment, and project lifecycles.
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify issues, and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in managing detailed project budgets.
• Identify risks and advise on corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with project control methodologies.

Skills

Project budget management

Cost control

Risk assessment

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Tools

SAP / S4 Hana

Job description

Description

Finance Business Partners advise and support the business in areas related to future state financial performance including Finance consulting and coaching (e.g., interpreting financial results and measures in the context of business operations). Providing forward‑looking financial insight on market conditions, competitors, and alternative business scenarios. Improving the quality of internal and external financial data to drive business decision making and performance. A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject‑matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager, coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower‑level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

How you’ll make an impact

• Support Project Managers to manage detailed project budgets, monitor actual expenditures against forecasts, cost‑to‑complete (CTC) and estimate‑at‑completion (EAC) analysis
• Support Project Managers with preparation of periodic project reviews as per company guidelines and tools
• Identify risks, highlight non‑conformances, and advise on corrective actions to keep projects on track
• Ensure that company defined project control methodologies, tools, and processes are fully adhered to
• Apply Bank Guarantees and track the timely recovery and cancellation of BGs as per contract terms
• Ensure timely invoicing as per contract milestone
• Follow‑up on receivables to ensure timely collection as per contractual terms and conditions
• Month‑end closing and review of result analysis
• Revenue, gross profit and cash flow forecasting
• Implement and enhance project control methodologies, tools, and processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and preferably with relevant professional certifications
• Proven ability to have controlled multiple projects simultaneously
• In‑depth knowledge of cost control, risk assessment, and project lifecycles
• Experience with SAP / S4 Hana
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify issues, and provide solutions
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for reporting to senior management
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels; experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is highly desirable
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

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