Experience

Josef Gartner GmbH

• Germany
• Construction
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Cost Controller

  • Nov 2017 - Present

  Verify proper data transfer from SAP to SAP BOPC systems and develop Excel checklists using macros and power query tools to reduce discrepancies between accounting bookings and actual data, resulting in fewer mistakes and shorter closing times for monthly, quarterly, and yearly proceduresPublish Management Reports in SAP BOPC system and prepare instructions to help colleagues understand the process betterAnalyze and verify discrepancies in P&L statements and balance sheets for project-related accountsPrepare cash flow statements and forecasts and develop tools to automate the processCommunicate with external audit firms and provide project-related supporting documentationControl, analyze, and report on project costsProvide financial project information to all departments and assist headquarters with FX hedgingReview and prepare contracts, change orders, and additional agreements (including inter-company agreements with headquarters)Prepare Interim Payment Certificates, Taking-Over Certificates, tax invoices and invoices, and coordinate payments with clients and subcontractorsCoordinate Change Orders with the design team and all types of bank guarantees and additional agreements (advance payment bonds, performance bonds, warranty bonds)Track downtimes and costs incurred due to non-conformity reports and manage claims for cost compensation and extension of time on the projectBuild claims against the client and manage the claim process, including gathering and analyzing relevant documentation and negotiating settlements



Jensen Group

• Russian Federation
• Investment Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Construction Project Coordinator

  • Jul 2015 - Nov 2017

  Provided financial, analytical, and operational support to the Project Manager in preparing annual and monthly budgets for the projectPrepared cash flow statements and forecasts to help manage project resources and plan for future expensesDeveloped and implemented internal financial and accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standardsLed tender activities on the project, including coordinating documents and communication with suppliers and subcontractorsReviewed and verified contracts and additional agreements with suppliers and subcontractors, and prepared Interim Payment Applications and invoices to ensure timely and accurate paymentCreated monthly, quarterly, and annual construction progress reports for general management to provide updates on project progress



Jensen Group

• Russian Federation
• Investment Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Management Intern

  • Jun 2014 - Oct 2014

  Reported on the monthly and quarterly status of the project to provide updates on progress and any issues that may have arisenMonitored the financial progress of the project by comparing budgeted amounts to actual expenses and preparing cash flow statements and forecasts to help manage project resourcesCommunicated with the Committee on State Control Use and Protection of Historical and Cultural Landmarks to apply for construction work permits and provide updates on the construction statusReviewed and verified contracts and additional agreements, as well as subcontractor's Interim Payment Applications and invoices to ensure accuracy and timely payment



Drees & Sommer

• Germany
• Real Estate
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Management Intern

  • Jun 2013 - Nov 2013

  Prepared site progress reports to provide updates on project progressAssisted the project team with coordinating suppliers and subcontractors, tracking materials, and managing document control (including submittals, RFIs, and change orders) to ensure smooth project execution Prepared site progress reports to provide updates on project progressAssisted the project team with coordinating suppliers and subcontractors, tracking materials, and managing document control (including submittals, RFIs, and change orders) to ensure smooth project execution