The full posting, as written
Finance Project Partner (FPP) – Germany Location: Germany The Role We are looking for a Finance Project Partner (FPP) to join our Finance team in Germany. Under ERM’s new Order-to-Cash (O2C) operating model , the FPP acts as the key Finance partner for Project Managers and project teams. The role combines strong financial understanding with business partnering, helping project teams manage projects successfully from a financial and commercial perspective. The FPP does not simply process transactions.
Instead, the FPP provides financial insight, guidance and challenge , while working closely with Project Managers, Finance Operations and other teams to ensure projects are financially well managed and compliant with ERM processes.
What You Will Do
Finance Business Partnering Act as a key Finance contact and trusted partner for Project Managers and Project Directors . Support project teams in understanding the financial performance of their projects. Provide practical advice on project financial management and ERM Finance processes. Proactively identify financial risks and discuss appropriate actions with Project Managers. Challenge project teams constructively where financial performance or project setup requires attention. Project Financial Management Monitor project financial performance, including revenue, costs, profitability, WIP, AR and project forecasts . Support Project Managers with project reviews and financial planning.
Review project financial data and identify unusual developments, risks or opportunities. Support appropriate project setup, maintenance and closure throughout the project lifecycle. Help ensure project budgets and financial structures are aligned with contractual arrangements. Billing & O2C Partner with Project Managers and centralized operational teams to support timely and accurate billing. Help resolve complex billing and project-related issues. Support teams in understanding contractual billing requirements, including client-specific requirements. Monitor outstanding financial matters and support timely resolution of issues affecting invoicing, cash collection or project closure.
Act as an escalation and coordination point for more complex O2C topics. Governance & Compliance Support compliance with ERM policies, contractual requirements and local German requirements . Ensure appropriate financial documentation and audit trails are maintained. Work closely with relevant teams such as Tax, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Pricing, Revenue, Finance Operations and other specialist teams where required. Support consistent global processes while recognizing situations where German legal, tax or business requirements require specific treatment. Transformation & Continuous Improvement Support the implementation and continuous improvement of ERM’s new global O2C model.
Identify process gaps and opportunities for simplification or automation. Help Project Managers adopt new Finance processes, systems and ways of working…