Project Finance Controller (Telecom)

Overview

Position Objective:

• The Project Controller is responsible for monitoring, tracking, and reporting all project activities to ensure alignment with established objectives and budgets.
• Involves developing and maintaining project schedules, preparing financial and progress reports, analyzing cost trends, and identifying data inconsistencies or gaps.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to support budgeting, CAPEX planning, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and data management tools is essential for generating accurate, timely, and insightful project reports.
• Proficiency in data visualization, reporting automation, and advanced Excel functions is essential for generating accurate and timely insights
• Strong analytical, communication, and multitasking skills are critical to ensuring transparency and effective project control.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Monitor, track, and control all project activities within the Telecom ISP domain to ensure delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project budgets, BOQs, and CAPEX/OPEX plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, design, and implementation teams for project data consolidation.
• Prepare detailed financial and progress reports aligned with project KPIs.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and Excel-based visual reports for management review.
• Conduct cost variance, budget trend, and performance analysis to support decision-making.
• Validate and maintain data integrity across project tracking and reporting systems.
• Identify and report gaps, risks, and discrepancies for preventive and corrective action.
• Support the automation of reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Track contractor performance and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Generate executive-level summaries and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to monitor project progress.
• Assist in preparing monthly forecasts, utilization, and cash flow reports.
• Ensure transparency and consistency in all project control documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and visualization insights.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in project control, cost management, or reporting roles within the Telecom ISP/OSP industry.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, CAPEX/OPEX planning, and cost control principles.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI, Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, formulas), and other data visualization/reporting tools.
• Proficiency in data management, reporting automation, and project performance tracking.
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools and database systems for progress monitoring and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex project data effectively.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure while maintaining report accuracy and timelines.
• Demonstrated teamwork, adaptability, and knowledge transfer capabilities within multi-disciplinary project environments.