Site controller

Site Controller

Date: 9 Sep 2024

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Purpose of the Job:

Following the award to Alstom of the GO Expansion joint development phase to transform collective mobility in Toronto, the Finance team is looking for a Site Controller for the Managing unit dedicated to the project. The site of Toronto GO Expansion is hosting the development phase activities. It is currently an engineering site and might supervise manufacturing and installation activities in the near future with a strong ramp-up of its headcount. Your role is first to implement Alstom finance and accounting processes and then organize and manage the controlling and accounting activities of the Toronto GO Expansion site.

Accountability and Authorities:

• Coordinate the budget cycle for this newly created site, analyzing resources transferred from other sites to Toronto GO Expansion site, volume of activity and site costs, whether direct or indirect, and calculate hourly rates.
• Be responsible for site 3-Year Plan and Rolling Forecast.
• Support the roll-out of SAP GSI (Alstom’s ERP), in coordination with the Business and tools project manager.
• Control, challenge, and validate the financial data provided by the site functions (expenses, budget…).
• Provide accurate transparent information, support, and performance enablers to the GO Expansion finance director and site management team.
• Prepare periodic cash flow forecasts and update the forecasts to project cash availability and needs.
• Capture and analyze under/over recovery of the site.
• Prepare investment authorization business cases and monitor CAPEX.

Accounting, Reporting, and Audit:

• Perform cash planning and other Account Receivable related activities.
• Responsible for accurate closing as per Alstom accounting guidelines (including with our Global Shared Service).
• Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet and income statement.
• Support internal control campaign once a year, being the owner of finance-related key controls.
• Responsible for site external and internal audit activities.
• In a context of “open book” contractual scheme with the customer:
• Be the entry point of auditors assigned by the customer to analyze accuracy of data.
• Support the periodic reconciliation process between invoicing and actual costs.
• Collaborate with the Regional Accounting Team on specific related activities.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.
• CPA.
• MBA.

Experience:

• 10+ years’ experience in Finance and Accounting.
• An auditing background would be an advantage.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Excellent knowledge in MS Excel and working knowledge of SAP or other “big box” ERP systems.
• Project accounting experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• French is a plus.
• Rigor and process-oriented.
• Excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Attention to detail.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to Note:

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.