Project Controller

Job Description HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Project Controller who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Bangalore, India. Accountabilities: Project level responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:  In conjunction with Project Team, develop the Work Breakdown Structure and Budgets for the project  Work with Work Package Leaders (WPL) to develop accurate cost to complete estimates and percent complete evaluations  Track, monitor and report planned budgets/forecast vs. actual spend using project controlling tools (SAP, PCS and other tools). Provide variance explanations and possible recovery plan actions  Work with Project Planner to review latest schedule and quarterly report the Earned Value  Monthly reporting of project results  Assist with the preparation, processing and tracking of contract Change Orders  Work with the project manager to assist with the preparation and tracking of potential claims for additional work  Track internal and external invoicing and reconciliation of cash receipts and retention.  Understand and report on the cash flow position of the project  Work with global controllers for Intracompany projects  Track subcontractor invoicing, payments and reconciliations  Review and approve Purchase Order Requisitions in alignment with budget and track P.O.s in PCS.  Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budget and reporting of the key performance indicators for the project  Monitor the financial “health” of the project and raise the “red flag” when a negative impact or condition arises.  Calculate EVA at global level in accordance with group controlling mode  Resolve of queries from global reporting on actual, variance to budget, workload, risk , opportunities etc  Support functional Manager on project progress, key numbers and other assignments like arbitration, claims etc.  Support local ADMN in filling of Lower tax and other fillings as per statute  Address queries both from Statutory, Internal and Global auditor. Resolve open points with auditor pertains to project progress, delay, un-billed revenue, cost overrun, EOT etc. Required Skills/ Knowledge:  10-15 Years of experience  Knowledge of statutory (SAP) and management (reporting) Tools  Knowledge in Project cost control, Project Management  Expertise of Accounting & finance, Tax, requirements  Knowledge of legal requirements (Contract clauses , Bond text; L/C …) Languages: English and Other Indian Language.\ Education/Qualifications:  CMA/CA/MBA with 8-10 years of experience in handling Trunkey Project;  Degrees in accounting or equivalent with experience of 10-15 years in handling Trunkey Project.