Project Financial Manager

SYSTRA

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Montreal, QC
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in administration or an equivalent qualification.
  • 10 years of experience in a project management role.
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Proficiency in MS Project is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge in the technical field of transportation is a plus.
  • Bilingual in French and English for effective client communication.

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial oversight of complex projects focusing on material purchasing and BOM management.
  • Monitor procurement activities and project costs to support budget performance.
  • Deliver financial analysis on variances, risks, and cost trends across projects.
  • Coordinate financial control processes including month-end activities and billing.
  • Act as a senior finance advisor to project managers and improve financial processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients in both French and English.
  • Engagement in complex project environments that enhance financial management skills.
  • Collaboration with project managers to influence financial strategies.
Full Job Description
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: 10 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.

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