Our client seeks an experienced Financial Controller to manage the financial health, compliance, and operations of an engineering services firm. This role will oversee daily accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive growth, optimize project financials, and mitigate risk. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial leadership within project-based or service-based industries, with strong technical and strategic expertise. Ideal candidate would be from the engineering outsourcing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Develop and refine financial models for projects and programs, prepare forecasts, and analyze financial plans and budgets for global engineering and life sciences practices.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, analyze performance against budget/forecast, and present data to senior management and stakeholders.

• Operations Management: Lead daily financial operations, manage cash flow, supervise accounts payable/receivable, ensure accurate costing for engineering projects, and maintain ERP financial systems.

• Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance with government reporting, tax filings, and other financial regulations.

• Strategic Partnership: Serve as a financial business partner to engineering and life sciences delivery teams, providing insights and guidance to support strategic objectives.

• Business Support: Collaborate with Sales and Delivery teams on bids and RFP responses, conduct market and customer analysis, and contribute to risk management strategies.

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the finance and accounting team, ensuring timely delivery of analysis and fostering a high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred.

• Experience: Proven track record as a Financial Controller or in a senior financial leadership role, preferably in project-based or service-oriented industries.

• Technical Skills:

  • Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles

  • Strong financial reporting and analysis capabilities

  • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

  • Proficiency with ERP/accounting software and financial systems

• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; leadership ability with integrity and attention to detail; collaborative mindset for working across teams.