Construction Finance Controller – Onsite in Reston

Bilfinger Berger SE; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger is seeking a Business Controller for Construction Management Services in Reston, VA. The role leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, providing reliable insights to drive performance.

You will work with operational teams in a matrix organization, ensure policy compliance, and support audits and internal controls across the business area. The position emphasizes collaboration with project teams, management of monthly closings, and the adoption of digital finance tools to

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Relevant experience in finance and controlling, preferably in project-based or industrial services environments.
• Experience in financial planning, reporting, and variance analysis.
• Solid understanding of project controlling and cost management.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and financial processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with operational teams in a matrix organization.
• Experience in SAP and/ or other financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Work closely with operational management to align financial plans with operational activities.
• Maintain accurate forecasts and ensure timely updates of financial outlooks.
• Prepare monthly financial reports including variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/ forecast).
• Maintain all monthly, quarterly and annual reports in CORE/ Financial Datawarehouse as required by Corporate.
• Provide transparent and reliable financial information for Business Area management and Business Unit finance.
• Identify and highlight financial risks, deviations, and trends and support operational management with financial analysis and decision-making.
• Monitor key financial KPIs (e.g., revenue, costs, margins, working capital) and report deviations.
• Support projects and operations teams in financial matters, including cost monitoring and financial reviews.
• Identify risks and opportunities in project performance and elevate where appropriate.
• Highlight deviations and support operational teams in improving cash-related performance.
• Support month-end closing processes in coordination with Shared Services Organization.
• Support implementation of group tools and digital finance initiatives while improving data quality and automation.
• Monitor carbon reduction and sustainability targets linked to business performance by tracking financial impact of ESG initiatives.
• Support the Shared Services Organization in compiling accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with local US GAAP requirements.
• Support the execution and monitoring of internal controls within the Business Unit/ Area.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, procedures, and reporting standards.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Matrix collaboration

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business Administration degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Bilfinger is seeking a Business Controller for Construction Management Services in Reston, VA. The role leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, providing reliable insights to drive performance.

You will work with operational teams in a matrix organization, ensure policy compliance, and support audits and internal controls across the business area. The position emphasizes collaboration with project teams, management of monthly closings, and the adoption of digital finance tools to