Sr Project Controller

KION•Grand Rapids, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Due to significant growth, Dematic Corp is enhancing its project controlling organization and is looking for a Finance Project Controller. Reporting to a Senior Program Controller, this position will act as a co-pilot to our Project Execution teams and will be the lead finance individual (CFO) responsible for driving a strong control environment and no-surprise culture within their portfolio of multi-million dollar projects. This position is truly a link between the operational & financial functions of the organization and, as such, would suit individuals who have proven ownership and accountability for delivering results in a matrixed environment or working as a business partner to operational functions to jointly drive success. This role offers the flexibility to work on a hybrid model. Regular project site visits will be required and up to one week per month on site will be vital during critical stages of project execution.

Requirements

5+ years of proven experience in either a projects business or manufacturing plant (preferred)
Strong sense of ownership & accountability – with a consistent track record to deliver success whilst working with an operational business partner
Ability to build relationships while also being comfortable challenging and proactively motivating change
Inquisitive nature with exceptional analytical, critical reasoning, and interpersonal skills.
Desire to understand the product/solutions and not just the numbers
Strong demonstrated use of SAP (or equivalent ERP), Excel and PowerPoint
Min. 4-year Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance

Nice To Haves

manufacturing plant experience

Responsibilities

Joint responsibility with project managers for the financial success of the projects.
Support Project Managers with project forecast preparation, analysis & reporting
Challenge execution teams to mitigate/minimize potential budget variances through risk identification and quantification activities
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 evaluation to driving favorable financial results through Change Order management activities
Management of project working capital
Monthly presentation of project financial performance to VP/Director overseeing project delivery and creation of associated management reporting dashboards
Lead weekly pacing calls with PM’s to ensure monthly forecast commitments are delivered
Support ad hoc analysis & other duties as assigned to improve the performance of project controlling function