MEA Finance Controller - Services

Overview

The Services Finance Controller Will

Revenue Recognition & Financial Control

• Review monthly revenue recognition, WIP, and unbilled revenue balances, identifying delivery issues and revenue risks.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal revenue recognition policies, including percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Monitor backlog yield, TCV metrics, and overall financial control effectiveness.

Project Profitability & Risk Management

• Monitor project profitability, costs, and margins, proactively identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Analyse resource utilisation and identify profit leakage or cost overrun risks.
• Provide timely visibility of financial risks and support intervention on underperforming projects.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering

• Lead the annual services budgeting process and support monthly forecasting activities.
• Partner with Delivery and Services leadership to improve financial performance and decision-making.
• Deliver structured financial reporting, analysis, and insights to support operational and strategic objectives.

Job Requirements

• Strong finance controlling experience within consulting, professional services, or project-based environments
• Experience with percentage-of-completion accounting and project revenue recognition under IFRS
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Ability to work closely with delivery and operational teams
• Strong understanding of project profitability drivers and forecasting methodologies
• Advanced Excel and ERP/reporting system capabilities
• Company description
• SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future.
• With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology.
• At the heart of our business is our people.
• We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs.
• Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here.
• Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global.