Deputy Project Controller at OHLA USA — Riverdale Park, USA | Base Career

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Who is OHLA USA ?

We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come.

We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!

OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.

We currently have an opportunity for a Deputy Project Controller in Riverdale, MD.

As the Deputy Project Controller manages and oversees the Accounts Payable (AP) function within an infrastructure project, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all payments to contractors, suppliers, and consultants.

Acts as the control point between project delivery and company headquarters, safeguarding cash flow discipline and compliance with accounting and financial management best practices.

In close coordination with the Project Controls manager of the JV, manage the existing AP team (5-8 people) to deliver the following functions:

Invoice & Payment Management

Review and process vendor, subcontractor, and consultant invoices
Ensure invoices align with:
Contract terms
Approved quantities / milestones
Supporting documentation (timesheets, delivery notes, etc.)
Manage payment cycles and ensure timely disbursement

Cash Flow & Payment Forecasting

Support short-term cash flow planning based on:
Approved invoices
Pending payments
Coordinate payment prioritization at project level

Ap Controls & Process Improvement

Maintain complete audit trail for all payments
Support internal and external audits
Ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations

Coordinate with headquarters cash-flows reports:

Maintain continuous coordination with Head Quarters for all financial and AP matters
Provide regular cash-flow estimates

Strong knowledge of:

Accounts Payable processes
Invoice validation and contract compliance

Familiarity with:

ERP systems
Procurement and contract structures in infrastructure projects
Advanced Excel skills
Analytical Skills
Ability to detect inconsistencies in invoices, payment applications and cash-flows
Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy
Soft Skills
Clear communication with vendors and internal teams
Strong organizational and follow-up skills
Ability to push back when documentation or compliance is insufficient
5–10 years in: Accounts Payable, or Project finance / commercial roles with strong AP exposure
Experience in construction or infrastructure projects
Understanding of subcontractor payment structures (progress billing, retention, etc.)

Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:

Engaging work environment
And much more!!

To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website www.ohla-usa.com

OHLA ADA Message : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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Invoice & Payment Management

Cash Flow & Payment Forecasting

Ap Controls & Process Improvement

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