Project Finance Controller at DEME Group

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, land reclamation, marine infrastructure, offshore energy and environmental remediation. With more than 145 years of experience and about 5,000 highly skilled professionals, we have built up a vast bank of knowledge and expertise which has allowed us to foster a pioneering approach throughout our history. This enables us to bring tailor-made solutions, innovation and new technologies to our customers’ projects, ensuring that they are performed safely, efficiently and cost-effectively.

While our roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence across the globe. We operate one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleet of vessels in the world, supported by a broad range of auxiliary equipment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Finance Controller

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Summary

• In this position you will be responsible for the financial (and administrative) follow up of the projects and overheads of the DEME Group in Nigeria.
• You will be interacting directly with the Finance Manager.
• This role will have the opportunity and responsibility to understand how a dredging project is managed from a financial point of view.
• The main functions will be preparing budgets and cash flows, analysing of the results of the project, manage invoice flows and advice on risks and opportunities in projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Analyse financial results, monitor the budgeting and forecasting control cycle, identify and analyse potential financial risk areas and support or monitor the implementation of risk mitigating activities.
• Draw cash flow forecasts and analyse and monitor these, as well as monitor, analyse and advise on hedging of foreign cash flows and fuel.
• Ensure all in- and external commercial and financial reporting on the project phases and end results of the project, signal issues and opportunities to in- and external stakeholders, in line with the reporting procedures and deadlines of the DEME Group.
• Provide detailed advice and signal opportunities for improvement to (Project) Management on project related financial matters, such as financing possibilities for clients on projects.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of (local) financial and fiscal laws, theories and developments and financial contractual requirements and apply and share knowledge with colleagues and relevant stakeholders
• Work and act in accordance with the applicable QHSE-S instructions and measures, take appropriate measures in case of accidents and hazardous situations and draw proposals for improvement.
• Ensure financial project administration, design and follow-up planning, organisation of site logistics, staff support, facilities and general administration, in line with local and legal requirements.
• Ad hoc tasks.

Your Profile

• Master’s Degree preferably with Accounting major or related field.
• 5 years of progressive responsibility in accounting related functions.
• Proven knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus
• Experience working with an international company is a plus.

Our Offer

• Occasional business trips to Port Harcourt/Project Sites possible.
• Training opportunities within Nigeria + DEME Group’s headquarters.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.