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Remote project financial controller jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like construction, infrastructure, professional services, and technology, at remote-first firms and distributed teams that manage complex, multi-phase projects. Employers hiring remotely right now include Hike2, iPromo, and BlackRock. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project financial controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- 5 or more years of project accounting or project controls experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Deltek
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred
- Experience with earned value management and cost-to-complete forecasting
- Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion and project-based revenue recognition
Tips for Your Remote Project Financial Controller Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project financial controller openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your async financial reporting skills
Remote project financial controllers communicate variance analysis and cost forecasts in writing, not in-person meetings. Build your resume around written deliverables: budget narratives, monthly cost reports, and stakeholder memos that demonstrate you can explain financial risk without being in the room.
Highlight cloud ERP and project accounting tools
Remote employers in construction, infrastructure, and technology expect fluency with cloud-based tools like NetSuite, Deltek Vantagepoint, or SAP S/4HANA. Name the specific systems you have used and the project types those systems supported, not just the category.
Target remote-first firms with multi-phase projects
Project financial controller roles are most common at firms running long, multi-phase engagements where budget tracking and cost control are ongoing. Prioritize remote-first engineering consultancies, infrastructure companies, and technology firms with distributed delivery teams when searching.
Remote Project Financial Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project financial controller job?
Remote project financial controller roles go to candidates who can demonstrate tight cost control, project-level financial reporting, and the discipline to work independently without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen heavily for strong written communication, since status updates and variance explanations happen asynchronously. Candidates who show experience with cloud-based ERP systems, earned value analysis, and distributed team workflows stand out from applicants with identical credentials.
Which companies hire remote project financial controllers?
Remote project financial controller roles are posted by Hike2, iPromo, and BlackRock and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first engineering firms, infrastructure consultancies, and technology companies running distributed project teams across multiple geographies.
Can you get a remote project financial controller job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry roles in project financial control are harder to land because employers expect you to manage budgets and flag variances without day-to-day supervision. Your best opening is at smaller remote-first firms or startups where the finance function is lean. Demonstrating fluency with project accounting software, showing quantified results from internships or contract work, and building a portfolio of cost reports or budget models can substitute for years of full-time experience.
Do you need a degree for remote project financial controller jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prefer a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, but a CPA, CMA, or relevant certification can carry equal weight. What remote hiring managers consistently emphasize is demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, produce accurate forecasts, and communicate financial risk clearly in writing, so a strong work history and verifiable results often matter more than the credential itself.
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