Finance Business Partner – Project Controls

GHD; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Finance Business Partner – Project Controls to work closely with Finance Managers, Project Managers and Directors to drive financial performance on large-scale infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes pricing, forecasting, and internal controls within a hybrid work model across US offices.

The successful candidate will have strong earned value analysis experience, pricing model development skills, and a solid business acumen to support strategic decisions and month-end close

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related experience.
• Experience developing commercial pricing models for large-scale engineering projects.
• Experience performing earned value analysis for large-scale engineering projects.
• Commercially astute with sound business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial performance and insights by influencing, analyzing and communicating KPIs to key stakeholders.
• Assist in pricing and commercial analysis for proposals and projects.
• Participate in tender reviews from bid documentation through analysis and reporting.
• Develop project forecasts (ETC, EAC), margin projections, cash flow impacts, risks and opportunities.
• Conduct monthly project reviews and provide reports on schedules, cost variances, earned value, and risks.
• Provide trusted financial advice to align business direction and financial strategies.

Skills

5+ years experience

Pricing models

Earned value analysis

Commercial acumen

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or business

Advanced degree a plus

Job description

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day!

That’s why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to motivate change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients, and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all.

Who are we looking for?

GHD is excited to announce our search for the Finance Business Partner – Project Controls. This position works closely with Finance Managers (FMs), Project Managers (PMs), Project Directors (PDs), Business Group Leaders (BGLs), and key stakeholders to drive financial performance and provide key insights. Under the direction of the Finance Manager, the Finance Business Partner provides proactive support to the business, including financial reporting and analysis, project financial support, internal and external compliance, pricing and commercial support, profit and loss reviews, and month-end close support. The role will primarily focus on developing commercial pricing models for large-scale infrastructure engineering projects.

This position can be based in most of our US GHD office locations with a preference in one of the GHD offices in the northeast US. GHD supports a hybrid work model.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you!

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work to include:

• Working closely with Finance Manager and key stakeholders to drive optimal financial performance by influencing, analyzing, interpreting and communicating key performance indicators
• Assisting in Pricing / Commercial Analysis support for project proposals and projects
• Participate in the tender review process, from initial bid documentation through analysis and reporting
• Develop project forecasts, including estimates to complete (ETC), estimates at completion (EAC), margin projections, cash flow impacts, risks, and opportunities
• Conduct regular project review meetings and provide timely, accurate reports on schedules, cost variances, earned value, and risks
• Providing trusted financial advice to key stakeholders to align business direction, financial strategies and utilizing a variety of data sources to support sound decision making
• Assisting in preparation of financial reporting and provides valuable analysis and insights
• Supporting the Finance Manager as needed with all aspects of the month end close process to ensure accurate financial results
• Supporting the annual budgeting process by analyzing existing data and providing forecasts
• Supporting operations on complex project set up and work breakdown structure
• Promptly raising the key business risks affecting the business and develop and implement actions to mitigate the business risks and to optimize business performance
• Performing monthly analytical reviews of major projects or projects in trouble (Estimate at Completion, Percentage of Completion, Earned Value), Revenue, WIP, AR, Variances) and engaging with PMs, PDs and stakeholders for discussion to ensure optimal performance and accurate revenue recognition
• Supporting with analysis of KPIs and Billing / Cash Collections forecasts

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or business. Advanced degree a plus
• Minimum of five years’ related experience
• Experience developing commercial pricing models for large-scale engineering projects
• Experience performing earned value analysis for large-scale engineering projects
• Commercially astute with sound business acumen

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$152,000 depending on experience and location.

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions, and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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