Project Controller
ON.energy is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support, ON.energy provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the world’s leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses, validated by top U.S. national labs, and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field, we’re scaling faster than the grid can, transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.
The Project Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of project execution, from budgeting to forecasting, cost control, revenue recognition, risk management and compliance. This role is a key liaison between Project Management, Finance and other departments to ensure accurate financial tracking, reporting and governance across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and maintain project budgets, update forecasts, and manage cash flow projections
- Cost Control & Analysis: Track project costs, analyze variances, and support corrective action plans
- Project Monitoring & Reporting: Maintain performance dashboards and prepare periodic project financial reports
- Contract: Ensure contract terms are adhered to regarding financial reporting, milestones, liquidated damages and billing. Support claims preparation and claims resolution
- Risk & Change Management: Assess financial impacts of project changes and integrate approved adjustments into forecasts and billing
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure adherence to corporate, audit, and accounting standards (SOX, GAAP)
- Customer Billing & Invoicing: Oversee accurate and timely billing aligned with contract terms; support AR in resolving issues
- Month End Close: Finalize project margin and accruals; ensure accurate revenue recognition based on Percentage of Completion (POC)
- Oversight: Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, contracts all in line with budget and proper cost allocation. Manage warranties and spare parts, including tracking, coordination, documentation, and timely resolution of warranty-related actions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 5–7 years of project-controls experience in construction, EPC or long term service projects in energy storage industry or similar
- Strong proficiency with NetSuite, Procore, and advanced Excel
- Proven ability to communicate complex ideas simply and drive proactive process improvements
- Takes initiative and contributes actively to a fast-growing, results-driven team
For US-based roles - What you’ll get:
- Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
For Mexico-based roles - What you’ll get:
- Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
- Major medical expenses and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)
For all roles:
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
- Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
- Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email recruitment@onenergystorage.com
- Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.