Job Description Summary
Are you aspiring to move into a CFO type role and looking for the right fit to develop key analytical tools to further your development? Due to growth, Dematic has an immediate opening for a Project Controller.
The Project Controller will act as a co-pilot in our Project Execution teams and will be the lead finance individual (essentially a project CFO) responsible for driving a strong control environment and no-surprise culture within their project portfolio.
This position is truly a bridge between the operational & financial functions of the organization and, as such, would suit individuals who have demonstrated ownership and accountability for delivering results in a matrixed environment or working as a business partner to operational functions to jointly drive organizational success.
This role offers the flexibility to work on a remote model. Travel is expected to be 10-15%, to project sites and NA Headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI.
What we offer:
Career Development
We are here to support you for the entirety of your Dematic career. From a fast start of learning Dematic's history and foundational training to succeed in your role to leadership development programs, technical training and certifications, and Career Navigator to identify challenging new opportunities, our goal is to help you grow beyond your borders.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Our attractive and market competitive total rewards packages are designed to reward high performance and to assist in managing your personal and family needs. Dematic offers robust packages based on employment status and national requirements.
Pay Transparency
Dematic is committed to pay transparency. As such, Dematic will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, Dematic will still maintain confidentiality of your pay information. Employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by Dematic, or (c) consistent with Dematic's legal duty to furnish information.
Global Opportunities
As a global company, our employees are exposed to different ideas and perspectives from around the world. We offer international assignments for qualified employees and wherever possible, we offer flexible working hours and modern workspace design.
Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/
Tasks and Qualifications:
This is What You Will do in This Role:
Serve as project CFO for assigned portfolio
Joint responsibility with project managers for the financial success of the projects.
Partner with Project Managers by providing project forecast preparation, analysis & reporting
Challenge execution teams in order to mitigate/minimize potential deviations from budget and schedule
Challenge execution team on identification of risks, contribute to quantify risks and set up mitigation plans
Manage project financial projections (Estimates at Complete) and ensure any deviations from budget are clearly quantified and supported by root cause documentation
Contract review and performance monitoring to drive favorable financial results through Change Order management activities
Monthly presentation of project financial performance to VP/Director of project execution
Participate in project team meetings to ensure forecast commitments are delivered
Ensure correct order intake booking
Monitor revenue recognition according to IFRS15
Optimize project cashflow by overseeing invoicing and collections activities
Manage FX risk and hedges
Request and manage guarantees and insurances as requested
Support ad hoc analysis & other duties as assigned to improve the performance of project controlling function
What We are Looking For:
Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance or related field of study with applicable experience
7 years experience in either a projects business (preferred) or manufacturing plant
Strong sense of ownership & accountability - with demonstrated ability to deliver success whilst working with an operational business partner
Ability to build relationships while challenging and pro-actively driving improvements and change
Encourages a team spirit of continuous development and learning from mistakes; actively seeks feedback on their behavior
Promotes respect for different cultures, mentalities and attitudes and fosters diversity on their team
Demonstrates an inquisitive nature with exceptional analytical, critical reasoning, and communication skills
Desire to understand the product/solutions and not just the numbers
Strong demonstrated use of SAP PS Module (or equivalent ERP), Excel and PowerPoint
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Please see job description for required skills.
