CPC Project Controller Team Lead - CP&O

Provide leadership and subject-matter expertise to a team of Project Controlling specialists and analysts. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant project financial controlling services across the full project lifecycle, while driving standardization, continuous improvement, and value-added financial insights within the service model. Being the key point of contact between Business and Finance.

How will you make an impact

Strong understanding of end-to-end project controlling processes, including

Project budgeting, forecasting, and cost-to-complete

EAC / ETC calculations and variance analysis

Revenue recognition and margin analysis

Change orders, claims, and risk provisioning

Solid knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements

Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for project and business management

Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Leadership & Behavioral Skills

Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop team members in a dynamic environment

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across finance, project management, and operations

Ability to drive change, standardization, and continuous improvement while maintaining service stability

Structured, detail-oriented, and outcome-driven mindset

Capable of handling peak workloads and meeting strict deadlines with consistent quality

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint

Strong experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP PS/CO, S/4HANA)

Experience with project management and reporting tools, planning systems, and BI solutions

Strong understanding of data flows across project, finance, and controlling systems

Project controlling certification is an added advantage.

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Finance or Controlling, with at least 2–3 years in Project Controlling

Proven people leadership experience in a shared service, CCC, or matrix organization

Experience supporting complex, multi-entity, or multi-country projects

Exposure to EPC, manufacturing, energy, construction, or industrial project environments is preferred

Your Background

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Finance or Controlling, with at least 2–3 years in Project Controlling

Proven people leadership experience in a shared service, CCC, or matrix organization

Experience supporting complex, multi-entity, or multi-country projects

Exposure to EPC, manufacturing, energy, construction, or industrial project environments is preferred.

More about us

Work/ Life Balance

Benefits above the regular in the market

Hybrid

Growth Globally

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