Project financial controller

At ReachCentrum, part of ERM — a global leader in sustainability consulting — we are looking for a Project Financial Consultant to join our finance consulting team.

This is not a traditional reporting role. It is a consulting-facing position where you will act as a key business partner, helping project managers and clients understand complex financial situations, identify risks and opportunities, and support informed decision-making.

You will work at the crossroads of finance, client advisory, and regulatory projects, contributing directly to the success of international REACH Consortia.

Why this role stands out

• Act as a trusted advisor, not just a financial reporter
• Work closely with project managers and clients, influencing decisions
• Gain exposure to complex, high-value, international projects
• Play an active role in improving tools, processes, and ways of working
• Develop a strong combination of financial expertise and consulting skills

Your impact:

In this role, you will move beyond numbers to deliver clear, actionable financial insight

• Lead the preparation of high-quality financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and relevance for both internal and external stakeholders
• Analyse project performance and translate financial data into meaningful insights and recommendations
• Identify and explain variances, and work alongside project managers to drive corrective actions
• Support decision-making by providing forward-looking views on budgets, risks, and financial performance
• Act as a bridge between finance and non-finance stakeholders, making complex topics clear and accessible
• Contribute to client discussions, bringing financial clarity and strengthening trust

Core responsibilities

• Monitor assigned projects on a monthly basis, ensuring:
• Accurate recording of financial transactions
• Correct allocation of internal time
• Adequate budget coverage
• Ensure data integrity within reporting systems and support the transition to enhanced digital tools
• Review and validate financial outputs before external communication
• Translate the financial history and current position of each consortium into clear, structured reporting, supporting transparency and governance
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls

We are looking for a consultative mindset combined with strong financial foundations:

• Experience in project controlling, financial analysis, or business analysis
• Ability to interpret data and communicate insights clearly to non-finance audiences
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence working across teams and geographies
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment
• Proactive, curious, and solution-oriented
• Strong interest in process improvement and value creation
• Advanced Excel skills (essential)
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

The recommended recruiting range for this role is €28,000 - €32,000. In accordance with local legislation, the salary information displayed applies to Italy only. Recommended recruiting salary bands in other locations will differ.

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