Project Controller

Geronimo Power, LLC•Bloomington, MN

16h•$140,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About 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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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 escalate 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