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Lead Project Controller

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Lead Project Controller

Budapest, Hungary

Job Description Summary

The Lead Finance Specialist for Project Controlling is responsible for driving technical accounting compliance, financial and operational internal controls, process simplification, and operational excellence to deliver accurate actual financial reporting and analysis. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

About our business:
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world's challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

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Hydro Power - a major player in the hydroelectricity generation market - is a business division of GE Vernova. This includes the designing, manufacturing, and installation of equipment for both gravity fed and pumped-storage hydroelectric power plants, as well as servicing and refurbishing existing facilities.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Manage the controllership and financial reporting of projects in accordance with internal control rules.
  • Ensure project accounting is in accordance with Company guidelines; define milestone and liaise with accounting for revenue recognition.
  • Organize the project reviews from start to the end of each contract. Ensure consistency with project teams.
  • Analyze the execution performance and propose action plans to improve contract margin and cash profile as well as corrective action plans to mitigate identified risks
  • Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy.
  • May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements.
  • Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.
  • Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university / college
  • Advanced-level experience in Finance
  • Experience in Financial Controlling for Project-based activities
  • Demonstrated accounting skills and strong analytical skills
  • Willingness to challenge existing processes, problem solving attitude
  • Experience in working at a multinational company is strong advantage
  • Fluent English skill

Location

  • Budapest, Hungary

What Do We Offer?

  • Career growth opportunity
  • Professional and personal development trainings
  • Enthusiastic team with supportive leaders
  • Multicultural and diverse environment
  • A pleasant and modern work infrastructure
  • Competitive salary with benefits (including medical insurance as well)
  • Home office opportunity
  • Flexible working hours

Inclusion & Diversity:

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.
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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: GE_power-1211559830
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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