Contrôleur financier de projet (H/F)

Job Description

Do you want to turn challenges into opportunities and explore new horizons? Interested in becoming our new Project Finance Controller working in India for one of our Dredging/Infrastructure projects?

DEME is a global solutions provider in a challenging and rapidly changing world and a world leader in the highly specialized fields of dredging and land reclamation, solutions for the offshore energy market, environmental and infra marine works.

Our expertise and vast experience has been deployed over the centuries for Dredging, Environmental and Marine Engineering business solutions such as: port construction and improving maritime access worldwide. We have been creating land for 150 years and will continue to do so in the future.

Therefore we are looking for motivated candidates to reinforce our Finance department Indian projects.

Your responsibilities

You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end coordination, management and strategic follow‑up of all financial aspects of the project(s) you are assigned to, including but not limited to:

• Ensuring timely, accurate and insightful accounting and reporting of financial project results, going beyond figures to analyze and interpret variances, trends and risks;
• Proactive budget controlling and forecasting, including analytical accounting using standardized structures and procedures;
• Identifying financial, contractual and fiscal risk areas and actively contributing to the definition and implementation of mitigating actions;
• Managing and monitoring tax-related aspects of the projects in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders;
• Acting as a financial business partner to the Project Manager by providing clear financial insights, scenario analyses and recommendations to support decision-making.
• You will coordinate and follow up on all project-related administration, including planning, on-site logistics, staff support and general administration;
• You will advise Project Management and other departments by ensuring up-to-date knowledge of financial, fiscal and contractual requirements, and by translating these into practical implications for the project;
• You will maintain active contact with clients, local authorities, (sub)contractors and other partners, representing the financial interests of the project in a professional and confident manner.

Your profile

• You hold a Master's degree in Applied Economics, Accountancy or Finance;
• You are fluent in English; knowledge of additional languages is an asset;
• You have at least 5+ years of relevant experience in a financial, controlling or audit-related role, preferably in a project-driven or international environment;
• You have solid exposure to contract follow-up, taxes and financial risk management;
• You demonstrate natural leadership and ownership, with experience in coordinating stakeholders and acting as a trusted advisor;
• You are able to work independently and autonomously, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams;
• You have advanced Excel skills;
• You are decisive, proactive and solution-oriented, and take initiative when faced with complex or ambiguous situations.

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

WHERE NEXT?

Excited? Ready to explore? Great! Here's what the next steps look like:

1. Apply: Click the Apply button above and send in your application.
2. Invite: We'll review your application. If there's a match, you'll receive an invitation to meet with one of our recruiters.
3. Meet us: Either at our HQ or virtually, we'll get to know each other better and discuss your opportunities together.
4. Join our team: Where Next? Time to sign your contract and embark on your DEME journey!