Project Controller (Green Energy Industry)

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Project Controller responsible for monitoring and managing the financial performance of ongoing projects, ensuring compliance with approved budgets and established financial objectives. 

Working closely with project managers and operational teams, the Project Controller contributes to the analysis of financial results, identifies deviations, and proposes corrective measures.

The position is part of the Finance Department, reporting directly to the Finance Director, and is dedicated to a specific Business Unit, collaborating closely with BU Managers and Project Managers to monitor and analyze the financial performance of projects.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze the financial performance of ongoing projects until completion, compared to approved budgets, tracking direct and indirect costs, cash flows, margins, and overall economic performance, estimating remaining completion costs, identifying non-conformities, as well as financial risks and opportunities;
• Ensure the alignment between project progress and the recognition of revenues and costs in statutory accounting, in accordance with OMFP regulations, and the corresponding IFRS reporting adjustments;
• Report financial risks or non-conformities to the Finance Director and Business Unit Directors;
• Prepare and update, together with Project Managers, periodic financial reports (monthly, quarterly) for the Business Unit and company management;
• Provide support during internal and external audit processes by supplying required data and documentation;
• Collaborate with the Finance, Procurement, and Legal departments, assisting the Project Manager in resolving financial, commercial, and legal aspects during project execution;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's financial reporting and control processes;
• Use SAGA, ERP Business Central, or other company financial applications for data collection, verification, and project reporting.

Requirements:

• University degree in Economics or Finance & Accounting;
• Relevant experience of at least 3 years, preferably up to 5 years, in financial controlling, economic analysis, and project budget management;
• Previous experience in a similar position within companies of a similar business profile is an advantage;
• Practical experience using ERP systems or other financial applications (Microsoft Business Central experience is an advantage);
• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles (OMFP) and IFRS, applied to project financial reporting, with a focus on revenue and cost recognition;
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting (pivot tables, formulas, calculation models);
• Good command of English (written and spoken);
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with teams across various departments (finance, technical, procurement);
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, accuracy, and results orientation.