Project Financial Controller

Job summary

Lead financial oversight for complex transportation projects, focusing on procurement, BOM management, and budget monitoring. Coordinate core financial processes including billing, month-end activities, and provide senior financial advisory to project managers.

Job details

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway. Context The ideal candidate will handle procurement for the project, assist the project manager in planning, monitoring, and controlling budgets, and coordinate and prepare client billing. Missions/Main Duties Lead the financial oversight of complex projects with a strong focus on material purchasing and BOM management. Monitor procurement activities, financial commitments, and project costs to support budget performance and profitability. Deliver meaningful financial analysis on variances, risks, profitability, and cost trends across projects. Coordinate core financial control processes, including month-end activities, work in progress, billing, and budget updates. Partner with project managers as a senior finance advisor and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting tools. Profile/Skills Education: Bachelor's degree in administration or equivalent education. Years of Experience: 5-7 years of experience in a similar project management role. Technical Skills Excellent proficiency in the Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Proficiency in MS Project (an asset). Knowledge in the technical field of transportation (an asset). Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, in French and English.* Reason for bilingualism requirement: You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse clientele, including both French-speaking and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore essential for building strong relationships with our clients, understanding their specific needs and communicating effectively in their preferred language. Personal Qualities Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well in a team. SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. « SYSTRA Canada has an equal access employment program and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply. » Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine. Workplace Type

What you’ll do

Lead financial oversight for complex transportation projects, focusing on procurement, BOM management, and budget monitoring. Coordinate core financial processes including billing, month-end activities, and provide senior financial advisory to project managers.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in administration or equivalent with 5-7 years of experience in a similar project management role. Must be bilingual in English and French with proficiency in the Office suite.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Oversight
• Procurement
• BOM Management
• Financial Analysis
• Budget Planning
• Client Billing
• Month-end Activities
• Work In Progress
• MS Project
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• English Proficiency
• French Proficiency
• Project Management
• Cost Trend Analysis

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership