Finance Project Manager APM

Job summary

The Finance Project Manager drives financial strategy by owning Project Financial KPIs and providing oversight for massive infrastructure projects. They act as a business partner between Project Management, Engineering, and Procurement to ensure project success and compliance.

Job details

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. With growing activities in Canada to meet the increasing demand for sustainable transportation, Alstom is looking for motivated candidates who will help us leverage our expertise and apply it locally. Are you ready to shape the future of a cutting-edge industry? We are looking for a strategic Finance Project Manager to join our team in St-Bruno. This is more than a finance role; it’s an opportunity to be a key architect in the success of high-stakes, multi-million-dollar projects within a rapidly evolving field. Your Future role As a leader of financial strategy, you won’t just report on numbers—you’ll drive them. You will take full ownership of Project Financial KPIs (Cash, Sales, and Margin), turning complex data into actionable insights. By identifying risks and capturing opportunities, you will be the primary voice ensuring management stays ahead of the curve. Day-to-Day, you’re acting as a vital bridge between Project Management, Engineering, and Procurement. Working alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a fast-paced, multi-site environment to provide the financial oversight necessary to keep massive infrastructure projects on track. You are a strategic navigator with a sharp analytical mind. You bring 3 to 5 years of experience in project control, specifically within the lifecycle of long-term, complex projects. As a collaborative team player with excellent English communication skills, you thrive in multinational, multi-site environments, you are our ideal candidate. Work location: Saint-Bruno (South Shore of Montréal) Status : Permanent/full time (40h) Hybrid : 3 days in office / 2 days remote We’ll look to you for · Acting as a business partner to provide finance advice, guidance, and tutoring to the core project team · Forecasting, challenging and approving Project Financial KPIs · Controlling the project gross margin through detailed reviews · Communicating with stakeholders to provide reliable business cases · Ensuring Compliance with local regulations, especially for tax and statutory accounts purposes All about you We value passion and attitude as much as experience. Here what we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: · Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or similar · Knowledge of project accounting and project performance · Proficiency in MS Excel, SAP (nice to have) or equivalent financial software & planning tools · Bilingualism French/English · A CPA certification is an asset. Things you’ll enjoy in this role and working at ALSTOM · Contribute to innovative projects · Challenges free from unexciting daily routines · Enjoy stability throughout your journey with us as the rail industry is here to stay · Grow and develop new skills through award-winning learning · Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries · Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension). Knowledge of a language other than French is an asset when dealing with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues and customers. In Quebec, French remains the main working language of our company. 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.

What you’ll do

The Finance Project Manager drives financial strategy by owning Project Financial KPIs and providing oversight for massive infrastructure projects. They act as a business partner between Project Management, Engineering, and Procurement to ensure project success and compliance.

Requirements

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Economics with 3 to 5 years of experience in project control for complex projects. Proficiency in MS Excel and bilingualism in English and French are required, while SAP and CPA certification are assets.

Benefits

• Life Insurance • Medical Insurance • Pension • Reward Package

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Financial KPIs
• Financial Forecasting
• Gross Margin Control
• Project Accounting
• Business Case Development
• Regulatory Compliance
• SAP
• MS Excel
• Stakeholder Communication
• Financial Strategy
• Risk Identification
• Project Control

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Manufacturing