About Our Client:
Our client is a globally recognised independent power producer with a strong track record in developing, owning, and operating renewable energy assets. With a presence across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia, they are committed to driving the global energy transition through innovation, sustainability, and long-term partnerships. Their offshore wind portfolio is a key pillar of their growth strategy, and they are seeking a skilled finance professional to support their operations in Germany.
Position: Financial Controller – Offshore Wind (Germany)
What You’ll Do:
The Financial Controller will support the Finance Director in overseeing all financial and control-related activities for two major offshore wind projects in Germany. This role is critical in ensuring financial transparency, compliance, and strategic insight across the projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide senior management with timely and accurate financial data to support decision-making.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and closing processes.
- Operate and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Monitor project financial performance, comparing actuals to budget and forecasts.
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity across operational systems.
- Prepare financial reports in line with lender requirements.
- Collaborate with budget owners to review and refine quarterly forecasts.
- Develop monthly cash flow projections and annual budgets.
- Drive improvements in financial systems and processes (e.g., Workday).
- Evaluate and enhance internal control frameworks.
- Support communication and reporting to lenders and stakeholders.
- Contribute to new financing and power purchase agreement (PPA) initiatives.
Who You Are:
- Collaborative: You build strong relationships and encourage cross-functional communication.
- Proactive: You take initiative and work independently to solve problems.
- Confident: You are comfortable leading within your area of expertise.
- Organised: You manage time effectively and maintain a structured approach.
- Pragmatic: You’re hands-on, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering results.
- Communicative: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Financial Controller or Analyst, ideally within the renewable energy sector.
- Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accountancy, or Industrial Engineering.
- Advanced Excel skills; VBA knowledge is a plus.
- Strong financial modelling and valuation expertise.
- Experience reporting to international stakeholders for consolidation purposes.
- Proven ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
