Specialist, Service Control

PowerCo SE; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Vacation & paid time off

Job summary

PowerCo Canada Inc. is hiring a Specialist, Service Control to support financial, contractual and performance control of construction-related services at our St. Thomas, ON site.

You will review progress, payment applications, invoices, budgets and deliverables while coordinating with construction, finance, procurement and contractors to ensure accurate reporting and contract compliance. The role requires cost-tracking, approval workflows in Oracle Aconex, and SAP S/4HANA usage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering or SCM.
• 3+ years in construction, engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure, or contract administration on large projects.
• Experience reviewing invoices, payment apps, progress reports, and docs.

Responsibilities

• Review progress reports, payment apps, invoices, budgets and service deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain an invoice tracker with dates, status, approvals and payment terms.
• Coordinate invoice approvals in Oracle Aconex with timely reviews from stakeholders.
• Track approvals and payments in SAP S/4HANA and resolve issues.
• Handle Purchase Requisitions in SAP S/4HANA and chase outstanding actions.
• Support cost data compilation for estimates, accruals and reporting.
• Prepare regular financial and progress reports for project stakeholders.

Skills

Invoice processing

Cost control

Earned value

Contract administration

Budgeting

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Construction Management

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Oracle Aconex

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

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We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

Your role and key responsibilities

We're looking for a Specialist, Service Control to join the team! Reporting to our Manager, Facility PMO, the Specialist, Service Control supports the financial, contractual, and performance control of construction-related services by reviewing progress reports, payment applications, invoices, budgets, and service deliverables. The position works closely with construction, finance, procurement, and contractors to ensure accurate cost reporting, contract compliance, effective performance monitoring, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

This role is available on a full-time onsite basis at our St. Thomas, ON office.

What you bring to the team

• Review contractor progress reports, payment applications, interim payment certificates, invoices, and supporting documentation to verify accuracy, completeness, contractual compliance, and consistency with confirmed services or work performed.
• Maintain a comprehensive invoice tracker showing invoice receipt dates, review status, approval status, payment due dates, outstanding actions, and final payment status.
• Submit and coordinate invoice approval workflows in Oracle Aconex, ensuring all required stakeholders complete their reviews and approvals within the applicable timelines.
• Track approved invoices in SAP S/4HANA through financial approval, posting, payment processing, and final payment, and follow up on any outstanding actions or system issues.
• Track Purchase Requisitions in SAP S/4HANA, including submission, approval, release, and conversion status, and follow up with responsible stakeholders on outstanding actions.
• Support the Cost Controller by compiling cost data, contractor information, progress records, historical invoices, forecasts, and other supporting documentation required for cost estimates, accruals, and budget-related reporting.
• Verify reported progress and service performance using approved progress-measurement methods, including earned-value principles where applicable, and coordinate the resolution of discrepancies with contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare regular invoice, payment, progress, cost, and performance reports for the Construction Project Manager, Cost Controller, and other project stakeholders, highlighting overdue actions, discrepancies, and financial risks.
• Support the preparation, coordination, issuance, and recordkeeping of Notices of Non-Payment and related payment documents in accordance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and the applicable provisions of Ontario’s Construction Act, in coordination with Commercial, Finance, and Legal stakeholders.

What makes you stand out

• Bachelor's Degree in the following areas is preferred - Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering or Supply Chain Management. Equivalent experience can also be considered.
• 3+ years of relevant experience within industries such as construction, engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure, or contract administration within large scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience reviewing contractor invoices, payment applications, progress reports, and supporting documentation
• Knowledge of invoice processing, payment tracking, purchase requisitions, cost reporting, and financial approval processes
• Experience coordinating invoice approval workflows among multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning and document-management systems, including SAP S/4HANA and Oracle Aconex, or comparable systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data tracking, reconciliation, reporting, and maintaining invoice trackers
• Experience working on large-scale construction, industrial, automotive, battery manufacturing, or infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Aconex, and Primavera P6.
• Familiarity with Ontario’s Construction Act, including prompt-payment timelines, Notices of Non-Payment, and related documentation.
• Familiarity with earned value, progress measurement, cost control, and project controls principles.
• Professional certification such as PMP, CAPM, Certified Construction Contract Administrator, or a finance or accounting designation.
• Experience working in a multinational or cross-functional project organization.

What to look forward to

• Attractive Remuneration: The expected competitive compensation range for this position is $74,270 - 92,840, which includes base pay and target amount of short term incentive plan.
• In addition we offer competitive benefits: our program is flexible to allow you to make the selections and get the coverage you need.
• Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Plan: We offer an Employee Assistance Plan which can support you in mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing.
• Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
• Relocation Support.
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Our compensation is determined based on a combination of factors including but not limited too relevant years of experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job description.

This posting is for a currently vacant role.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.

Location

St. Thomas, CA

Job Function: Operations

Level of Experience: Professionals

Salary Range: 72,360 - 108,000

Job ID: 4858

Change the Future with Us

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquarteredin Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.

Recruitment Practices

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Our organization may use artificial intelligence (AI)–assisted tools as part of our recruitment and hiring processes. All decisions regarding hiring, interviews, and selection are ultimately made by human recruiters or hiring managers.