Project Controller

Geronimo Power, LLC; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Disability benefits

Job summary

Geronimo Power, LLC in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Project Controller to support multi-project budgets from $1M to $4B, with emphasis on accounting and financial analysis. This role acts as CFO-level advisor to the Project Delivery Team and executive management, developing careers and ensuring accurate reporting across departments.

You will manage cash flows, contracts, and change orders, lead risk assessments, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of financial/data analysis or public accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or an equivalent degree.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes financial results of projects and communicates to senior management.
• Earns trust and secures buy-in for processes across project delivery teams.
• Manages cash flows, contracts, and change orders with a focus on financial risk.
• Reconciles monthly and annual financial reports and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Leads and develops team members, ensuring effective cross-functional communication.

Skills

Financial analysis

Public accounting experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership / managerial experience

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Project Controller

Full Time Bloomington, MN, US

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

Geronimo Power develops, owns and operates large-scale power assets throughout America’s Heartland, including solar, wind and energy storage. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth. Geronimo Power is a portfolio company managed by Brookfield Asset Management. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit geronimopower.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

As a Project Controller at Geronimo Power, you will play a pivotal role in supporting multiple projects with budgets ranging from $1 million to $4 billion, focusing on accounting and finance-related functions. This position is particularly critical as Project Controllers are often assigned to significant projects, typically those exceeding $200 million. In this capacity, you will act as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and trusted advisor to Project Delivery Team and Executive Management, providing them with meaningful insights and accurate analyses to facilitate informed decision-making. Your primary responsibilities will include managing and developing the careers of business team members, establishing trust and credibility with upper-level management, and ensuring effective communication across various departments. The role demands strong leadership skills, a relentless ambition for continuous improvement, and polished technical and soft skills.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Analyzes and effectively communicates financial results of the project to upper-level management
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy-in of processes from project delivery team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Understands financial reporting, including the upstream effects of reporting to other areas of the organization
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Effectively utilizes the right data, reports, and tools for risk analysis and benchmarking
• Reviews all project and estimate cash flows, contract terms, and change orders in detail for financial risks and opportunities
• Recognizes when and who to elevate specific conversations/issues
• Understands, substantiates, and reconciles all financial reports monthly and annually
• Creates an inviting workplace that motivates and challenges each team member to achieve career goals and strives for opportunities
• Understands the needs of the organization, aims to bring in high quality talent, and continually develops team members through critical conversations and performance reviews
• Monitors results of new processes, troubleshoots, failures and issues, and presents solutions to unsolicited problems

WHAT YOU BRING TO THIS ROLE

• 5-10 years of financial/data analysis or public accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or an equivalent degree is required
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities
• High level of professionalism and standards
• Managerial experience
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future

Pay Range for the posted level: Minimum of $140,000 – 180,000.00
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.