Project Governance Manager – Finance & Reporting

About the role

The Project Governance Manager will work closely with the PMO to ensure robust financial planning, monitoring and reporting for large‑scale real‑estate development projects. This role provides analytical insight to senior management and supports decision‑making on project performance, risks and changes.

Key responsibilities

• Support the PMO in financial planning, monitoring and reporting across projects and associated contracts.
• Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and trigger corrective actions when needed.
• Review and validate financial data, invoices and cost‑related submissions in coordination with project and technical teams.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision‑making related to project performance, risks and variations.
• Contribute to the preparation of periodic (monthly/quarterly) reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Assist in developing and improving operational methodologies, processes, procedures and templates.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, consistent and timely financial reporting.
• Assess the financial impact of risks, delays and variations across projects.
• Ensure alignment of financial activities with the overall PMO structure and project‑management processes.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in program management, PMO or multi‑contract environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Experience in consultancy firms (e.g., Big 4) or similar advisory settings.
• Proven background in financial monitoring, reporting and governance for large‑scale projects.
• Experience in the real‑estate development sector, preferably off‑plan projects.
• Experience working with government or semi‑government entities is a plus.

Required skills

• PowerPoint
• Power BI