Reporting Controller

ALSTOM Gruppe; Saint-Bruno; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobility solutions company in Quebec is seeking a Reporting Controller to oversee financial reporting and insights. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in financial controlling, preferably with a CPA title. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in tools like SAP and Power BI. This role supports strategic decision-making and cost management across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial reporting and controlling.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on quantitative data analysis.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with the Site Controller and departmental managers.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

CPA title

Tools

SAP

Excel

Power BI

QlikView

Job description

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Reporting Controller

Date: 25 Aug 2025

Company: Alstom

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom’s products portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, trams and e-buses to integrated systems, customized services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. With Bombardier Transportation joining Alstom on January 29, 2021, the new Group’s combined revenue amounted to €15.7 billion for the 12-month period ended March 31, 20201. Headquartered in France, Alstom is now present in 70 countries and employs 75,000 people. www.alstom.com

We are seeking a high-impact finance professional to lead financial reporting and operational controlling for our organization TDS Site in Saint Bruno HQ. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial insights and effective cost management across various departments, supporting strategic decision-making and performance optimization. The role is attached to the Site Controller TDS Saint Bruno and act as support for the Reporting Manager and OVH Controller

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, Forecast and Rolling Forecast ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts by Cost Center, providing detailed commentary on variances and root causes.
• Collaborate with the Site Controller and departmental managers to monitor operational costs and implement effective cost control strategies, particularly focusing on OVH expenses.
• Drive KPI tracking, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement of reporting processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for financial data integrity, ensuring consistency in reporting and analysis across systems.
• Proactively manage the accounting reconciliation and prepare and review the monthly permanent Journal entries for the monthly closing
• Prepare the Reporting package for the Business review with the management
• Anticipate and explain using KPI and Scorecard the main deviation vs Budget

Profile:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial reporting and controlling, preferably in a complex business environment. Strong Accounting skills, preferably CPA title
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on quantitative data analysis and financial performance metrics.
• Proficiency in financial reporting tools (SAP, Excel) and BI platforms (e.g., QlikView) and Power BI
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French as additional languages is a plus.
• If you are passionate about driving financial performance and operational excellence, we invite you to apply for this key position in our finance team.

Knowledge of a language other than French is an asset to facilitate communication with our partners, suppliers, colleagues, and international clients. In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.