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Financial Controller (f/m/d)
Deliver Egypt’s first High Speed Rail Service with DBEE. DBEE is a joint venture between DB International Operations and Elsewedy Electric. DB International Operations provides rail operations and maintenance worldwide; Elsewedy Electric, global energy and infrastructure solutions provider. Together, we combine strong local capabilities with proven global railway expertise to enable efficient, safe and sustainable passenger and freight mobility on Egypt’s first High Speed Rail network. We are looking for transport and mobility professionals with substantial experience in railway operations and projects in Egypt or worldwide. Join us to deliver this landmark project in Cairo.
The Financial Controller is responsible for establishing, leading, and managing the financial controlling function for Egypt’s high-speed rail project. This includes budget cost control, revenue control, performance (KPI) monitoring, and reporting, ensuring full transparency and alignment with corporate objectives. The role serves as a strategic business partner to the CFO / senior management and the client, providing financial insights and root cause analysis to deviations.
Responsibilities:
- Manages and coordinates the controlling team and is a Business Partner to Top Management and the Client.
- Leads and develops a team of three functions: a Financial KPI Analyst (penalty impact) and Cost Controllers (budget and cost base),
- Oversee monthly close and Management reporting (Plan/Actual/YTD), of cost budgets delivering clear commentary and advise best way to keep the cost to budget.
- Present customer/authority reporting packs were contractually required, with driver-based explanations for deviations.
- Manage KPI/penalty exposure with the Financial KPI Analyst: monitor operational KPIs (e.g., punctuality, cancellations, availability), quantify penalties, explain deviations, and align countermeasures with Operations.
- Govern data quality, systems, and processes; strengthen internal controls, standardize reporting, and coach the team to improve cadence, automation, and insight quality.
- Maintain risk and opportunity registers; run scenario and sensitivity analyses (e.g., energy prices, wage indexation, ridership changes) and recommend mitigations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or controlling
- 6 +years professional experience in the field of expertise
- Analytical, driver-based mindset with strong commercial acumen
- Excellent communication skills for clear variance explanations and stakeholder alignment (internal and external). Proficient in preparing professional and visually appealing financial documents and presentations related to controlling key stakeholders.
- Understanding of Finance Operations: Possesses a good understanding of the overall finance department's operations, providing effective support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other stakeholders.
- Administrative Systems: Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, updating, and monitoring administrative systems within the finance department, particularly focusing on controlling functions.
- Solution-Oriented Mindset: Proactively identifies and implements improvements to streamline controlling processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial data interpretation and reporting.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Capable of leading a team, interacting effectively with senior management and fostering collaboration.
- Intercultural Sensitivity: Ability to work with a diverse workforce in intercultural environments, promoting inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP Systems: Proficient in using MS Office tools (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) and the relevant ERP system to leverage technology for efficient controlling support, financial analysis, and reporting.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in both written and spoken English and Arabic
Our offer
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Professional onboarding and development
We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.
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Attractive employment conditions
We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.
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Mobilization & relocation support
To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.
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Work safety
Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.
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International career opportunities
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
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Intercultural teams
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
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