Digital & Data Global Financial Controller
Jacobs
Finance controller for digital & data unit, overseeing SaaS P&L, forecasting, and compliance.
9 days ago ago
$175,000 - $210,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Hybrid
Company Size
45,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture & interiors
Construction
Engineering
Environmental
Information technology
Integrated Project Services
Operations & Maintenance
Planning
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Cities & Places
Energy
Environmental
National Security & Defense
Life Sciences
Transportation
Water
Role
What you would be doing
financial forecasting
capitalization oversight
revenue recognition
commercial modeling
pricing strategy
p&l management
- Drive investment analysis, forecasting, budgeting, ROI assessments, and headcount planning.
- Lead pricing and discounting strategies.
- Serve as Finance Lead for a wholly owned subsidiary, partnering closely with the subsidiary CEO.
- Establish subsidiary policies and procedures across Digital & Data products to drive financial consistency and scale.
- Partner with Engineering and Product teams to evaluate capitalization eligibility.
- Act as the finance subject matter expert on SaaS, software, and digital business models.
- Oversee capitalization of software development costs in line with GAAP guidelines, including process leadership, time/cost tracking, and amortization oversight.
- Own the P&L and cash flow forecasting for the Digital & Data business unit.
- Development of scalable commercial models for digital offerings.
- Lead financial oversight of strategic initiatives, including
- Shape commercial models that align with customer needs, contracts, and product strategy.
- Manage financial aspects of data royalties and partnerships
- Ensure compliance with revenue recognition policies for software/SaaS contracts, including review of ARR, CAC, LTV, and other SaaS metrics.
- Align new product launches with software revenue recognition policies.
- Design and run optimal SaaS forecasting and accounting frameworks, including capitalization, amortization, revenue recognition, and cost classification (COGS vs. G&A).
What you bring
executive exposure
financial modeling
finance controller
cpa
saas metrics
gaap
- Exposure to executive leadership and involvement in high-impact decisions.
- Five-year digital growth strategy financial modeling.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity for executive audiences.
- Commercial & Federal portfolio experience.
- Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders, engineering, and product teams.
- Proven experience as a Finance Controller, Finance Director, or senior finance business partner in a SaaS, software, or digital business.
- Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) required.
- Experience with SaaS metrics, financial modeling, and commercial strategy.
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP accounting, capitalization rules, and software revenue recognition.
- Global delivery center pricing, cost allocation, and subsidiary integration.
- R&D tax credit programs.
- Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a fast-growing digital and data business.
- A collaborative, innovative environment where finance enables technology-led growth.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1947
Year Established
The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.
Revenue $14–16B
Annual Revenue Range
The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.
Backlog $22B
Backlog Value
The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.
Rank #1 ENR
Top 500 Rank
The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.
- Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
- Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
- Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
- Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
- Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
- Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.
- We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
- We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
- We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
- We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.
100% Renewable Energy
Sustainability Achievement
Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.
61% Emissions Reduction
GHG Reduction Milestone
Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCOâ‚‚e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.
$50/tonne COâ‚‚e
Carbon Pricing Initiative
Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne COâ‚‚e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
65% Suppliers Target
Supplier Sustainability Commitment
Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.
- Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
- Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
- Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
- Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne COâ‚‚e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
- Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
- Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.
45%
Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation
45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.
63%
Diverse Executives
The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.
40%
Women in Leadership
40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.
8 Networks
Employee Networks
Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.
- To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
- Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
- Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
- Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
- Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
- Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.
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