DACH Head of Finance Project Management (f/m/d)

DACH Head of Finance Project Management (f/m/d)

Location: Berlin, DE

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time DACH Head of Finance Project Management (f/m/d) in Berlin we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

Ernst-Reuter-Platz 6, in the heart of Berlin, is home to Alstom's DACH regional headquarters. Up to 500 colleagues of more than 40 nationalities work here, focusing on project management, business development, and regional strategy, with a special emphasis on rail digitalisation. You will report directly to the DACH Finance Business Performance Director and will lead a Project Governance Manager while maintaining close communication with internal and external auditors.

We’ll look for you to:

1. Project Review Process: Participate in the preparation, review, and validation of highly critical and medium projects until the issuance of the Summary of Decisions. Support and participate in DACH's biannual portfolio reviews. Assist countries/sites that lack maturity in Project Finance Management, particularly at project start (TTM/CPR 0). Aid in the launch of complex projects.
2. Project Reporting and Analysis: Monitor Estimate at Completion, Project Performance Indicators, and Risks & Opportunities developments. Consolidate and verify monthly reporting and portfolio reporting (NAVO/ambitions/opportunities, etc.). Control the backlog and reconcile project reviews with Teranga and OdyC. Articulate project messages at the executive level, especially for the Region Business Review (R&O disclosure, anticipation and reporting of degradations/improvements, and support in setting targets). Participate in special focus initiatives for certain projects, including site/project visits. In the event of financial issues on a project, identify root causes and propose action plans.
3. Tools: Support adherence to project tools and processes (PM2020, OdyC) in coordination with the PMO. Animate and develop the FPM community (participate in project staffing, FPM training, etc.). Share best practices within the region and across regions.

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to possess every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we believe will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Master’s degree from a business school, engineering school, or equivalent university
• Solid experience in project finance management, including experience as a Senior Project Finance Manager on large and complex projects
• Expertise in project accounting, contracts, and risk management/reporting
• Integrity, resilience, and strong coordination, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to articulate key project messages at the executive level
• Proficiency in English
• German will be a plus

Things You’ll Enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)
• Work in our modern headquarter at Ernst-Reuter-Platz with excellent public transportation access
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events
• Access to corporate benefits

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!

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.