IS Project Controller
HybridCalgary, Alberta, Canada
Job Summary
Prepare and maintain monthly portfolio summary reports, scorecards, and target-to-forecast packages while leading forecasting cycles and monitoring variances between forecast, budget, and actuals. Develop and implement Project Controls Plans defining roles, responsibilities, and control processes, ensuring consistent application of standardized methodologies across the project lifecycle. Manage project budgets, estimates, commitments, and incurred cost tracking, and track quarterly Capital Commitment Reports as required by Corporate Finance. Administer Project Change Order and Budget Management of Change processes, assessing financial and schedule impacts of proposed changes and ensuring proper documentation and approval. Act as a key point of contact for project controls inquiries from Delivery Managers, Portfolio Leads, and Project Managers, providing coaching on best practices and governance alignment. Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, and PMO Governance teams to ensure integrated reporting and compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline
- 6+ years of experience in project controls, project finance, PMO, or portfolio management, ideally within a technology or IT environment
- All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions
- Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks
Desired Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in project controls, project finance, PMO, or portfolio management, ideally within a technology or IT environment
- Demonstrated experience developing project controls plans, financial forecasts, and governance reporting
- Experience supporting compliance programs (e.g., SOX) and audit activities is an asset
- Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Solid understanding of project scheduling, WBS development, and change management processes
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI; SAP or similar ERP experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear, executive-ready insights
- Strong stakeholder management, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset
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