Req ID:519528
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time Industrial Controller in Toronto, ON we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your financial and operational expertise in a dynamic and innovative industry. You’ll work alongside a collaborative, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking team.
You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency across a variety of critical projects. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as Operations, Procurement, and Project Management), analyze financial data to support decision-making, and ensure compliance with financial and operational standards.
You’ll specifically take care of tracking production and installation costs and monitoring variances, but also support the financial substantiation required for cost-plus billing and ensure compliance with Alstom’s finance rules and contractual obligations.
We’ll look to you for:
Tracking production and installation costs for all Oncorr scopes
Monitoring variances versus baseline: labour, material, subcontracting, logistics
Validating operational inputs for monthly forecasts (cost-to-complete, margin, cash)
Ensuring proper cost allocation across work packages, cost centers, and customer invoices
Supporting the financial substantiation required for cost-plus billing
Monitoring incoming materials, warehouse movements, and consumption
Ensuring accurate BOM tracking to support open-book cost transparency
Tracking operational KPIs: productivity, installation progress, subcontractor performance, equipment utilization, rework/defects
Providing insights and analytics to improve operational efficiency
Ensuring transparency, traceability, and audit-ready documentation for all operational costs
Acting as the financial focal point for installation and production managers
Supporting the Project Finance Director with inputs for claims, variations, and contractual negotiations
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
University degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or a related field
5–10 years of experience in Industrial Controlling, Project Controlling, or Operational Finance
Experience in complex industrial, EPC, or transportation projects
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP
Knowledge of operational cost structures and manufacturing/installation environments
Familiarity with open-book or cost-plus projects (an asset)
Strong communication and influencing skills
Resilience and ability to manage multiple parallel operational streams
Ability to work with multidisciplinary operational teams
Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
Work with cutting-edge financial and operational systems
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and supportive colleagues
Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility
Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning programs
Progress towards roles such as Senior Financial Controller or Project Finance Director
Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
Compensation
The expected compensation for this role is $115,000 – $140,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.
Interview Process & Candidate Communication
Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.
This job posting represents an existing vacancy.
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please email us at "[email protected]” while referring to the job requisition number, job title and location you applied to.
Job Type:Experienced
Job Segment: Project Manager, Accounting, ERP, SAP, Procurement, Technology, Finance, Operations
