DC Controller

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• The DC controller manager is the Finance Partner of the Development Center Directors and other key stakeholders of the Development Centers and Product Platforms, carry out controlling and reporting activities for R&D programs in accordance with our internal control rules.
• He or she will act as an economic and financial advisor to the Management and the operational teams to support in making the best business decisions for the Program/Product.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Key accountabilities:

• Manager R&D controller team of a site/unit and support them
• Participate in overall R&D Program Management process jointly with Program Manager
• Control the R&D expenses of the site, in accordance with internal control rules & Group instructions
• Actively contribute to R&D Programs performance
• Manage R&D Program financials and KPI, and report with transparency, alert in case of deviation to the budget
• Prepare presentation for the PRB (Product Review Board) & PAB (Program Authorization Board) and to participate in the reviews
• Business Partnering:
• Provide finance advice and tutoring to the Development Center Management & Operational team
• Set up technical expertise within the real and current concerns of the business to create value
• Enrich integration within the organization (functional intermediation)
• Contribute on business agility and awareness
• Supervision, analysis and support for overall finance topics of the Development Center.
• Liaise with other finance expert functions when necessary
• Support Development center director and his team in risks and opportunities evaluation
• Provide accurate data for the R&D budget process

Main activities:

• Communicate effectively with R&D Program Stakeholders and provide reliable financial analysis to assist in the decision-making (Explain, justify and keep record in detail)
• Prepare jointly with the team, the Program reviews (PRB) content and reassess the estimate at completion
• Ensure that R&D Programs / WPs' indicators are reported and followed up in the "R&D Management Tool"
• Participate in the development of the necessary documentation for external funding (grants and research tax credit) together with the central team
• Support the implementation of new program management methods and tools
• Organize periodic program reviews and present their financial consolidation, including the development and updating of business cases measuring the return on investment of our developments
• Coordinate the preparation of budget cycles (Budget and 3-year plan, end-year forecasts) with Development Center Director and operational teams. Contribute to the reliability of workload plans
• Analyze performance and propose action plans to improve the Development Center department and mitigate identified risks. Alert in the event of forecasted deviation

Measurement / Key Performance Indicators

• Achievement of financial targets of the R&D Program.
• Compliance with ALSTOM rules & processes.