Job Title: Project Controller – Operations & Maintenance
Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid)
Estimated Duration: 12 Months
Our Client a leader in the responsible development and safe operations of North American energy infrastructure is looking for a Sr. Project Controller for their Calgary, AB office.
Project Controller – Operations & Maintenance Projects
The Project Controller supports the successful delivery of their Operations & Maintenance (O&M) project portfolio by providing cost management, forecasting, accruals, financial reporting, requisitioning, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) support. The role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of project financial data, ensuring compliance with internal controls and governance requirements, supporting month-end close activities, and partnering with Project Managers and stakeholders to identify risks, opportunities, and improve overall project performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Cost control and budget management for assigned projects.
- Development and maintenance of project forecasts, cash flows, and accruals.
- Monthly variance analysis and financial performance reporting.
- Requisition creation and support of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, including invoice and commitment tracking.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls, accounting policies, and governance requirements.
- Monitor project commitments, actual costs, and forecast accuracy metrics.
- Support Project Managers with financial insights, decision-making, and risk identification.
- Coordinate with Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, and project teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and invoice payments.
Required Skills and Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage a large portfolio of projects with multiple to project managers
- Financial and business acumen with a strong understanding of project controls principles.
- Ability to interpret and communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to challenge assumptions, investigate variances, and identify root causes.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process efficiency and data quality.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
Systems and Tools
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
- Omega Project Controls
- Microsoft Excel (advanced)
- Power BI
- Microsoft Teams
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps) (preferred)
Success Measures
- Forecast accuracy and cost management performance.
- Timely and accurate accruals and financial reporting.
- Compliance with internal controls and governance requirements.
- Effective management of project commitments and P2P activities.
- Quality of variance analysis and financial insights provided to Project Managers.
- Stakeholder satisfaction and support of project delivery objectives.
The pay range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for this position is between CA$65.00 and CA$90.00
Our voluntary benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
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