Project Controller

As Project Controller, you will serve as a strategic finance leader responsible for the financial governance, performance management, and successful execution of large, complex projects and programs across the enterprise.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring that high-value initiatives—such as capital projects, system implementations, and transformation efforts—are delivered with financial discipline, transparency, and alignment to organizational objectives .

You will partner with project management, senior and executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive accountability, mitigate risk, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

• Lead financial planning, analysis, and oversight for complex, high-impact projects, ensuring alignment with approved budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives . Provide financial visibility and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls. Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure projects remain on track financially and operationally.
• Partner with project managers, engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders to drive disciplined execution of large, multi-functional initiatives. Ensure financial considerations are embedded in all phases of project planning and delivery.
• Identify , assess, and mitigate financial risks associated with complex projects. Implement and maintain robust control frameworks to ensure compliance, protect assets, and support auditable project execution.
• Develop and deliver clear, actionable financial reporting and insights to senior leadership. Translate complex financial data into strategic recommendations that support decision-making and optimize project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement in project financial management processes, tools, and systems, including participation in ERP implementations and digital transformation initiatives.
• Support change management efforts across major initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment, clear communication, and adoption of new processes and systems.

PREFERRED work experience requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or related field required ; Master’s preferred
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• 15 + years of progressive finance experience with a strong focus on project-based financial management , capital projects, or large-scale initiatives