Project Controller

From its roots in 1990, Alaris Antennas has grown to become a substantial supplier of advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) antennas. For the global defence and security markets, Alaris Antennas’ mission is to deliver high quality antenna Solutions, on time, through technical and service excellence.

Alaris Antennas,
1 Travertine Ave, N1 Business Park,
Centurion, 0157,
South Africa

The Project Controller is responsible for providing financial oversight, control, and analysis across assigned projects to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting. This role acts as the financial partner to the project team, ensuring that all project activities are managed within approved budgets, timelines, and financial governance frameworks. The Project Controller plays a key role in safeguarding project profitability, maintaining financial integrity, and supporting effective decision-making through proactive financial insights and risk management.

REQUIREMENTS

Diploma in Financial Management or Accounting

Suggested:

Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management or Accounting

With diploma: 5-7 years

With degree: 3-5 years

Required Nature of Applicable Experience

Exposure to an engineering or manufacturing environment

Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and revenue recognition

Exposure to contract-based projects (fixed price, cost-plus, milestone payments, etc.)

Computer Literacy

MS Excel (Expert)

MS Word (Expert)

MS PowerPoint (Advanced)

MS Dynamic NAV or similar ERP system

BI tools, such as APEX BI or similar (such as Microsoft Power BI or Tableau)

Suggested:

None specified

Desired Attributes

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proactive and accountable with sound judgment

Adaptable to change and able to manage multiple priorities

Collaborative team player supporting cross-functional coordination

Other Requirements

Some travel may be required (supplier sites, customer sites, testing centres) depending on project scope

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND TASKS Project Financial Setup and Control — 20%

Improve existing financial structures for new projects including budgets, cost centres, and billing schedules. Alternatively, establish new structures where structures are not in place yet

Ensure alignment with internal accounting standards (IFRS) and audit requirements

Financial Tracking and Reporting — 25%

Monitor project performance against budgets (costs, revenue, margins)

Create dashboards and financial snapshots, using Excel or BI tools, to support decision-making

Prepare regular (weekly/monthly) project financial reports, forecasts, variance analyses, and risk reviews to be used by project department owners, project management team, finance management and other senior management

Cost Validation and Revenue Management — 20%

Liaise with procurement, operations, engineering, and supply chain to validate invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor claims

Prepare and manage customer billing on Microsoft Dynamics NAV in line with contractual and compliance requirements

Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition and billing submissions

Project Close-Out and Audit Support — 15%

Manage financial close-out processes ensuring all costs are captured and reconciled

Analyse cost variances and document financial lessons learned

Support internal and external audits of project accounts

Process Improvement and Governance — 10%

Recommend and implement improvements to project accounting systems and reporting tools

Support the Financial Manager in strengthening financial governance, controls, and compliance

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