Finance Regional Manager – MENAT

Job Description SummaryResponsible for a cost center a profit center; product project or service. Managers of people from multiple families within the function. This DAW is predominantly EB SEB but could include other bands. Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the marketJob DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesService Portfolio Financial ManagementOwn the bottom-up revenue and contribution margin forecast for the region; consolidate inputs across service lines.Manage the full financial cycle including annual budget 3-year plan and periodic forecasts.Lead weekly R&O calls and monthly regional finance reviews.Deliver monthly and quarterly variance analysis (licenses projects M&S) comparing actuals vs. forecasts.Define monitor and analyze KPIs across Service operations.Provide insight into customer profitability contract margins and cost performance.Follow up on DR4 SAP sites monthly (P&L review).Controllership & Project Finance GovernanceOversee project financial reporting in alignment with controllership guidelines and internal controls.Validate milestone planning and collaborate with accounting for revenue recognition.Lead monthly project reviews from initiation to closure; drive consistency with project delivery teams.Ensure P&L integrity accuracy of postings and alignment between project systems and the general ledger.Approve service sales orders and project creations in Fusion; reconcile orders and backlog monthly.Coordinate with Project Controller community on write-downs invoicing deferred charges and revenue scheduling.Drive reconciliation of Project/OM Financials and Product Revenue to GL.Cash Billing & Working CapitalPrepare billing and cash forecasts for the region consolidating data from Fusion and SAP forecasts.Support and follow up with the Cash Collection team on overdue receivables.Validate and track quarterly intercompany re-invoicing and quarterly cost transfers (VDC Transport/Logistics).Operational Support & Process ExcellenceMonitor labor and PLM expenditure progress on a bi-weekly (M1/M2) and weekly (M3) basis.Execute monthly portfolio analysis using financial project reports (cost progress contract assets).Support statutory audit requests including consolidated financial files for key sites (e.g. Massy).Validate budgets for work units/work domains under 250K.Act as backup for customer allowance processes.Lead or support ad-hoc project closures financial adjustments and internal process optimizations.Provide informal guidance to junior colleagues and act as a resource for less experienced team members.Required QualificationsBachelors degree from an accredited university or college or relevant experienceMinimum 8 years of experience in FP&A and/or Project ControllingDemonstrated experience in financial analysis forecasting and business partnering.Desired CharacteristicsStrong oral and written communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex financial information.Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems using sound professional judgment.Minimum 12 years of documenting planning and executing financial processes and programs.Proven project management capability and ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.High attention to detail strong ownership and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.Ability to develop consensus and influence stakeholders across functions and countries.Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: NoRequired Experience:Manager#J-18808-Ljbffr