Responsibilities / TasksGEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.<ul><li>Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day</li><li>Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore</li><li>Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster</li><li>Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset</li><li>Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits</li><li>Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance</li><li>Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses</li></ul>The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 - $100,000 per year.  GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.The pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as a discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Project Controller to manage the financial performance of project portfolios within one to two project-based business lines in our LPT division. Acting as a key financial partner, you will support project execution teams and leadership by providing detailed analysis, strategic insights, and risk mitigation guidance.This role requires experience working in complex, matrixed, and multinational environments, as well as strong expertise in Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting and financial forecasting for long-cycle projects.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Establish constructive working relationships with LPT NAM Leaders and Key Business Partners.</li><li>Coordinate with Functional Leaders and their teams to translate project plans, resource utilization, and timelines into financial forecasts and annual budgets aligned with corporate guidelines.</li><li>Analyze Business Line performance, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue, cost of sales, gross profit, and overhead expenses.</li><li>Schedule Project Reviews according to global project controlling guidance and proactively communicate status and results.</li><li>Collaborate with Project Managers to:<ul><li>Ensure comprehensive project budgets (including change orders) are updated and accurate.</li><li>Maintain accuracy of reported project financials, including gross margin, billing plans, overdue receivables, and cost overruns.</li><li>Evaluate project cash flow against planned cash flow models and escalate significant deviations.</li><li>Capture, summarize, and report quarterly revenue and cash flow forecasts, project risks, and mitigation plans.</li><li>Communicate key risk areas or projects requiring increased focus to Business Line and Finance Leadership.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate with intercompany partners to ensure timely documentation and accounting for project-related intercompany purchases.</li><li>Support month-end financial closing tasks, project summaries, and rolling quarterly estimates.</li><li>Liaise with Shared Services to facilitate transactional processing, vendor invoice processing, customer billing, and collections.</li><li>Coordinate with Accounting to ensure timely and accurate monthly financial close and ledger maintenance.</li><li>Automate repetitive tasks using available systems and Office tools to reduce waste.</li><li>Provide financial expertise to improve business results through data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Continuously develop industry, company, and project management knowledge to enhance technical expertise.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsProfile and Qualifications<ul><li>4+ of progressive responsibility in any of the following functions: finance, accounting or audit, with a minimum of 2 years of financial planning &amp; analysis responsibility, demonstrating the ability to execute complex analysis, prepare comprehensive, clear, concise and action-oriented reporting.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or Finance, demonstrating a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial analysis principles (IFRS knowledge a significant plus)</li><li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence senior management.</li><li>Resilient in a fast-paced, changing environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of ERP/Financial Systems (Microsoft Dynamics or SAP preferred).</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Experience with reporting tools such as Cognos, Tableau, BW (CBI), or Power BI (preferred).</li><li>Ability to build and analyze relational databases (Access or similar experience preferred).</li><li>Strong data analysis skills, including data validation, query building, and interpretation.</li><li>Percentage of Completion (PoC) Accounting experience (strongly preferred).</li><li>Manufacturing/Costing experience is a plus.</li><li>CPA or other finance/accounting professional certification is a plus.</li><li>Excellent time and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple tasks.</li><li>Strong written communication skills, including technical writing and training material development.</li><li>Articulate and polished executive presence with strong verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to think quickly and respond constructively during meetings with key stakeholders.</li><li>Eagerness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.</li><li>Knowledge of finance operational cycles, preferably gained through hands-on experience, a plus.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=engineeringforabetterworld&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7067485521286942720">#engineeringforabetterworld</a>GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Did we spark your interest? 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Responsibilities / TasksGEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.<ul><li>Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day</li><li>Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore</li><li>Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster</li><li>Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset</li><li>Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits</li><li>Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance</li><li>Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses</li></ul>The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 - $100,000 per year.&nbsp; GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.The pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary.&nbsp;The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as a discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Project Controller to manage the financial performance of project portfolios within one to two project-based business lines in our LPT division. Acting as a key financial partner, you will support project execution teams and leadership by providing detailed analysis, strategic insights, and risk mitigation guidance.This role requires experience working in complex, matrixed, and multinational environments, as well as strong expertise in Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting and financial forecasting for long-cycle projects.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Establish constructive working relationships with LPT NAM Leaders and Key Business Partners.</li><li>Coordinate with Functional Leaders and their teams to translate project plans, resource utilization, and timelines into financial forecasts and annual budgets aligned with corporate guidelines.</li><li>Analyze Business Line performance, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue, cost of sales, gross profit, and overhead expenses.</li><li>Schedule Project Reviews according to global project controlling guidance and proactively communicate status and results.</li><li>Collaborate with Project Managers to:<ul><li>Ensure comprehensive project budgets (including change orders) are updated and accurate.</li><li>Maintain accuracy of reported project financials, including gross margin, billing plans, overdue receivables, and cost overruns.</li><li>Evaluate project cash flow against planned cash flow models and escalate significant deviations.</li><li>Capture, summarize, and report quarterly revenue and cash flow forecasts, project risks, and mitigation plans.</li><li>Communicate key risk areas or projects requiring increased focus to Business Line and Finance Leadership.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate with intercompany partners to ensure timely documentation and accounting for project-related intercompany purchases.</li><li>Support month-end financial closing tasks, project summaries, and rolling quarterly estimates.</li><li>Liaise with Shared Services to facilitate transactional processing, vendor invoice processing, customer billing, and collections.</li><li>Coordinate with Accounting to ensure timely and accurate monthly financial close and ledger maintenance.</li><li>Automate repetitive tasks using available systems and Office tools to reduce waste.</li><li>Provide financial expertise to improve business results through data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Continuously develop industry, company, and project management knowledge to enhance technical expertise.</li></ul>Your Profile / QualificationsProfile and Qualifications<ul><li>4+ of progressive responsibility in any of the following functions: finance, accounting or audit, with a minimum of 2 years of financial planning &amp; analysis responsibility, demonstrating the ability to execute complex analysis, prepare comprehensive, clear, concise and action-oriented reporting.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or Finance, demonstrating a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial analysis principles (IFRS knowledge a significant plus)</li><li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence senior management.</li><li>Resilient in a fast-paced, changing environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of ERP/Financial Systems (Microsoft Dynamics or SAP preferred).</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Experience with reporting tools such as Cognos, Tableau, BW (CBI), or Power BI (preferred).</li><li>Ability to build and analyze relational databases (Access or similar experience preferred).</li><li>Strong data analysis skills, including data validation, query building, and interpretation.</li><li>Percentage of Completion (PoC) Accounting experience (strongly preferred).</li><li>Manufacturing/Costing experience is a plus.</li><li>CPA or other finance/accounting professional certification is a plus.</li><li>Excellent time and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple tasks.</li><li>Strong written communication skills, including technical writing and training material development.</li><li>Articulate and polished executive presence with strong verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to think quickly and respond constructively during meetings with key stakeholders.</li><li>Eagerness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.</li><li>Knowledge of finance operational cycles, preferably gained through hands-on experience, a plus.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=engineeringforabetterworld&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7067485521286942720">#engineeringforabetterworld</a>GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued.&nbsp;We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Did we spark your interest? Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

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