Head of Controlling

ph3A JOB OPPORTUNITY AT /h3 pThe Head of Controlling, manages the controller’s team in all the controlling activities over the entire portfolio of projects.br/S/He works closely with the Project, NewBizz, Finance and Administration Teams to provide accurate project accounting and financial information to set the foundations for sound project analysis, fact-based decision-making, and as such contribute to ensure the profitability of projects and of the company.br/S/he contributes to ensure accurate company accounting, reporting figures and legal duties. S/He provides full compliance with group reporting and internal control standards, acting as a key interface between the local entity and Group Finance. /p br/ h3A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU /h3 pbLeadership Governance /b /p ul liComply with RESPECT® and Com.panionship® principle /li liManage the Controlling team. ul liMentor team members to better address client expectations, project challenges, Management requirements and Company expectations. /li liEnsuring optimized resources allocation to projects based on volume, operational complexity and risks, through justified workload analysis and a healthy work/life balance in line with Company goals and objectives. /li liSet annual objectives for team members in collaboration with the HR specialist and with the approval of the Finance Director regarding professional achievements and personal development. /li liEnforce RESPECT® within the team. Encourage team spirit, personal development and involvement in projects and company business and manage conflict between team members. /li liManage, plan and approve holiday and other leave requests. /li liFoster a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. /li /ul /li liReports to the GOPA Com. Finance Director and act as key contact for Group Finance, auditors, and tax advisors /li /ul pbProjects Controlling /b /p ul liReview and monitor project budgets from project initiation phase (tendering) up to the closure of the project. /li liMonitor and follow-up the implementation phases of the projects in close collaboration with Project Managers, the Administrative Hub and the Accounting Team. /li liSupervise and approve budgets in the ERP system. /li liApprove purchase order and invoice allocation in the ERP system. /li liIssue and validate the outgoing customers’ invoices and follow up customer payments. /li liSet and monitor the quality of the controlling services in terms of accuracy, timeliness, and completeness according to company requirement and business needs. /li liEnsure proper implementation and maintenance of internal control systems /li /ul pbFinancial Analysis /b /p ul liPrepare and coordinate project audits together with the Project Managers and Administrative team. /li liEnsure proper, accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and yearly closure of project financials /li liMonitor and ensure project margins are secured and in line with budgets. /li liMake sure necessary accruals are recorded and followed up during quarterly closings. /li liEnsure proper, accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and yearly project financial reporting in line with group requirements. /li liReport any potential operational issues you identify and discuss them with the Project Manager, Division Director and Finance Director in a timely manner and propose effective solutions. /li /ul pbCompliance /b /p ul liEnsure project financials compliance with all local tax, statutory and regulatory requirements (corporate tax, VAT, withholding taxes, etc.) /li liEnsure Compliance requirements are met for all the projects in your portfolio, in close collaboration with the Project Managers and the Tax/Compliance Officers. /li /ul pbAudit Compliance /b /p ul liAssist in audits and business development references /li liLead Projects audits, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables /li /ul pbBusiness Support Organisation /b /p ul liSupport the Operations and Services departments by providing any Project financial information. /li liWorks in close relation with the accounting team. /li liQuality, Safety and Environmental System. As a GOPA Com. staff member and as a Line Manager, guide your team in all aspects related to the implementation of the quality, safety and environmental policies and actions. /li /ul br/ h3A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US /h3 ul liDegree in Finance. /li li+5-10 years of relevant Project management/Controlling experience in an international environment /li liAbility to manage a team /li liSuccessful track record in controlling, Reporting and managing tight deadlines. /li liCapacity for independent decision-making, taking initiative and exchange with C-level management on strategic orientation of the business. /li liFluent in French and English /li liProven experience with ERP systems /li /ul br/ h3AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU /h3 br/ h3READY FOR CHANGE? /h3 /p