Project Controller

GE Vernova; Rugby; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business seeks a Finance Project Controller & Business Partner to own end-to-end OTR finance activities. You will partner with operations to improve financial visibility, drive efficiency, and strengthen performance management across projects and contracts.

You will bring financial rigour, commercial insight, and stakeholder engagement to support project outcomes while embedding best practices in processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Finance experience preferably within projects
• Qualified Accountant CIMA/ACCA Equivalent
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and ERP systems
• Understanding of revenue recognition (IFRS 15 or ASC 606)
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau a plus)
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience in stakeholder management across commercial, legal and operational teams

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end OTR lifecycle finance activities from order validation to cash collection.
• Lead and oversee O2R processes including billing, collections, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls (SOX) and company policies.
• Partner with business units to streamline O2R processes and drive efficiency.
• Support implementation and enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting dashboards.
• Provide insights and reporting to senior finance leadership on project performance and KPIs.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project accounting

Cost accounting

IFRS 15 / ASC 606 knowledge

ERP systems

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CIMA/ACCA equivalent qualification

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE’s Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Job Description

We are looking for a commercially driven and forward-thinking Finance Project Controller & Business Partner to join our team in a pivotal role supporting the full Order to Remittance (OTR) process. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented finance professional who wants to move beyond traditional reporting and play a visible role in driving business performance, influencing decision-making, and partnering with operational leaders.

Working closely with both Finance and Operations, you will take ownership of the end-to-end financial management of the revenue cycle — from order booking through to cash collection — helping to ensure strong financial control, process excellence, and improved contract performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, adds value through collaboration and commercial insight, and is motivated by delivering operational and financial excellence.

About the role

As Finance Project Controller & Business Partner, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective, accurate, and compliant execution of finance activities across the OTR lifecycle. You will partner closely with operational stakeholders to improve financial visibility, strengthen performance management, and identify opportunities to drive efficiency and value.

You will bring together financial rigour, commercial insight, and strong stakeholder engagement to support project and contract success, while helping to embed best practice across processes and controls.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Finance Business Partnering
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end O2R process including order validation, billing, collections.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and revenue recognition in line with accounting standards and company policies.
• Manage CMR process compliantly with a view to maximising positive P&L impact.
• Partner with business units to streamline O2R processes and resolve issues.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of financial systems, automation tools, and reporting dashboards.
• Ensure compliance with SOX/internal controls, audit requirements, and local regulations.
• Support transformation initiatives related to O2R process efficiency and digital enablement.
• Provide insights and reporting to senior finance leadership on Project performance, working capital, customer payment trends, and operational KPIs.

Required Qualifications

• Finance experience preferably within projects business
• Qualified Accountant CIMA/ACCA Equivalent
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition (IFRS 15 or ASC 606), billing systems, and AR controls.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau a plus).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in stakeholder management across commercial, legal, and operational teams

Desired Characteristics

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Strategic thinking with attention to operational detail
• Results-oriented with a drive for continuous improvement
• Ability to influence and support non-finance stakeholders

You can expect from us:

• Challenging and exciting projects
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No