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IS International Services

Financial Analyst - Performance Controller

IS International Services Roswell, Georgia, United States

Utilities · 51-200 employees

Aug 07
Remote financial-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Financial Analyst will drive financial transparency through budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis while serving as a central partner for project controlling. They will also manage month-end closing activities, commercial contract setups in SAP, and provide strategic reporting to regional business leadership.

What they look for

Financial Analysis Performance Controlling Budgeting Rolling Forecasts Variance Analysis SAP Microsoft Excel P&L Analysis Cash Flow Statements Account Reconciliation Project Controlling Data Analysis Financial Reporting Contract Management Strategic Planning

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and possess 3 to 8 years of professional experience. Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required to manage complex financial data and reporting.

Full description

We are seeking a data-driven, strategic Financial Analyst – Performance Controller to serve as a vital support function for project controlling. In this role, you will be the central financial partner connecting regional business leadership with cross-functional operations—including project managers, engineering, procurement, and central corporate services—to drive transparency, protect margins, and ensure business segment financial targets are met.

Maximize Your Impact: Key Responsibilities

  • Drive Financial Transparency: Support leadership teams with precise budgeting, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, labor rate tracking, and contractor cost management.
  • Deliver Strategic Reporting: Prepare and analyze comprehensive monthly management packages, highlighting key performance drivers across P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Lead Financial Planning: Coordinate the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes by validating operational assumptions, standardizing models, and leading systems submission.
  • Own Closing Activities: Actively contribute to month-end closing, executing journal entries, complex account reconciliations, and routine accounting reviews.
  • Manage Project Operations: Execute commercial contract setups in SAP, oversee customer invoicing, monitor accounts receivable, and track performance guarantees or tax requirements.

  

What You Bring: Qualifications & Skills

  • Core Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
  • Proven Experience: 3 to 8 years of successful professional experience in corporate finance, project controlling, or performance management.
  • Technical Toolkit: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills to manipulate high volumes of complex data efficiently. Strong background in SAP reporting is required.
  • Digital Mindset (a plus): Exposure to digital tools like Power BI, Alteryx, SharePoint, or modern reporting environments is a significant plus.
  • Thrive Under Pressure: Exceptional organizational skills with the flexibility to balance changing priorities, multi-task, and meet strict financial deadlines.
  • Collaborative Spirit: Ability to break down complex financial concepts, socialize data-backed ideas, and build consensus within cross-functional teams.

 

Work Environment & Schedule

  • Travel Commitment: 0% to 5% occasional travel required.
  • Adaptable Operations: A fast-paced, multi-project environment that rewards innovation, creative problem-solving, and a strong commitment to accuracy.

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