Project Controller

Full Time
Southfield, MI 48033
Posted
Job description
Summary
The Project Controller is a proactive participant in the management of the project performance from the
quote phase to the project closure. As such he/she understands the contractual terms, the scope, the
cost estimations and the project schedule.
During project execution Project Controller manages customer purchase orders and revenue recognition,
evaluates project related cost estimations and budget, and dominates all financial aspects of the project
(including cash flow, taxes, foreign exchange hedging, etc.).
The Project Controller works alongside the Project Management Team fostering a looking-forward, zero
surprise approach, continuously assessing potential risks and opportunities and contributing with a strong
and convincing voice of financial insight.

Duties and Responsibilities
(these are the positions essential duties and is not an all inclusive list)

Main areas of responsibilities are:
  • Responsible for controlling project performance, maintaining budgets and forecasts in the ERP
system, performing effective financial analysis and providing key financial reports to all members
of the project team in a timely manner.
  • Work closely with the project team participating in the execution of Process P10 and ensuring
application of Policy P16 and Procedure 60 for Project Controlling/Finance area of competence.
  • Schedule and lead the activities to produce an integrated project forecast (EAC -- Estimate At
Completion), evaluating the accuracy of the project forecast by assessing actual cost and
physical project progress and underling potential risk / problem areas.
  • Manage revenue recognition, support Customer change management in financial terms validating
profitability control in alignment with thresholds defined by the Project Sponsor
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  • Review and approve, according to Customer purchase orders, project invoice requests submitted
by Project Management
  • Consolidate project performance data in the Project Performance Report (PPR - Policy 16 and
Procedure 60) and assist the Project Manager in the preparation and presentation of the project
performance to the Management (or Customer, if needed), including total revenues and costs,
project margins, invoicing, payments, cash flow, risks, opportunities and contingencies.
  • Support Business Unit / Regional Controller and/or CFO with ad hoc financial reports, internal
and external audit requirements, and other special projects.
  • When requested, perform specific coaching and training and create best practices documents.
  • Ensure high Integrity and transparency in performance reporting and data management.
Knowledge & Skills- Standard
FA - Cost management excellent
FP - Financial planning and reporting (internal) excellent
TM - Treasury policies and treasury risk management competent
TM - Cash management competent
RM - Risk assessment and reporting good
AIS - Accounting applications/systems architecture competent
AIS - SAP FI/CO/PS (Finance, Controlling, Project System) excellent
AIS - Microsoft Office/Excel/PowerPoint good
DA - Data analysis and forecasting methods excellent
BO - COMAU business operations excellent
Behavioral Competencies
  • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals
both inside and outside the organization.
  • Ability to work as an integral part of a large project team that includes multiple disciplines (team
working).
  • Able to prioritize duties and effectively manage time
  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Takes initiative and executes independently
  • Able to break down problems into manageable tasks
  • Able to work in a matrix organization
  • Demonstrates openness to new ideas
  • Emotional stability
  • Demonstrates accountability
  • Understanding of business operations
  • Seeks feedback for own performance
  • Strong ethic and result driven
Qualifications
  • Education: Degree in Finance or Economics (recommended)
  • Previous experiences: 2-3 years' experience in a Controlling position
  • Languages: English intermediate, fluency in a second language is a plus
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.

As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.

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