Project Controller MSC Geotech (Falmouth)

Job Description

Fugro have an exciting opportunity to join one of our key service lines, Marine Site Characterisation
(MSC) Geotechnical team situated in the Southwest of the UK (Falmouth), in the financial role of
Project Controller.Ideally the role will be located in Falmouth.

In this vital role for Fugro, you’ll provide day to day financial administration and business analysis to
the MSC Business Line, project teams and support functions in accordance with accounting
guidelines and project-specific requirements.

You’ll play a huge part in ensuring our projects run smoothly. You’ll have the chance to shape how
this team delivers and progresses, continuously improving ways of working.
 

In this role, you’ll be accountable for ensuring accurate information is delivered to all key
stakeholders.

At Fugro, every role contributes to the success, safety, and growth of our business and our people. As Project Controller, you will play a key part in upholding these values through your commitment to data excellence.

Your role and responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely delivery of Functional, Project and Business line results for monthly
reporting, including performance against forecasts.

• Reviewing and challenging month end results, including revenue recognition, journals and
accruals.

• Analysing financial and project data to identify leakages, trends and implement improvements.

• Assist in developing accurate cost and project reporting across the Business Line.

• Facilitate the preparation and monitoring of CAPEX applications.

• Helping improve working capital and cash flow management.

• Proactively advise Support functions, Business Line and other key stakeholders on finance
related topics and ad hoc projects.

• Provide information pertinent to budget creation and assist Business Controller and Service
Line Manager with Business Line forecasting and budgeting. 

• To develop and maintain a proactive approach to all financial duties and continuously improve
daily ways of work within area of responsibility.

What you will need to thrive in this role

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline OR equivalent vocational qualifications and experience. 

• An Accounting Qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS) is preferred but not essential.

• PC literate, particularly with strong working knowledge of Excel

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Exceptional attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills

• Ability to prioritise workload to meet project and month end deadlines;

• Self-motivated and possesses the ability to use own initiative to achieve defined goals;

• Flexible and has an adaptable and proactive approach to work;

About Us

Who we are 
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team. 

What we offer 

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team. 

 
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion 

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other. 

Benefits of joining our team

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.

• Competitive salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies

• Private medical insurance

• Health cash plan

• Group life assurance

• Group income protection

• Electric car scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Discounted gym membership

• Discounts platform

• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Long service awards

• Fugro values awards

• Employee referral bonus scheme

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.