Specialist, Financial Controlling, Compliance Transformation

Are you a Financial Controller with experience in IRFS Reporting who is passionate about looking for an opportunity to implement change? Are you interested in using your skills with a leading Wind Turbine Technology Business? Then we want to hear from you!  

Finance > Region NCE > Financial Controlling As a Specialist Controller (m/f/d) you will be part of the Financial Operations team in region Northern and Central Europe (NCE) and collaborate closely with the rest of the Finance organization in the NCE region but also with the Group Finance function in Copenhagen and Shared Service Center located in Manila.  The department is responsible for monthly IFRS reporting to Group and local statutory and legal reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• This is a new role reporting directly to the Director of Finance operations. 
• The role will require a good knowledge of IFRS reporting but more importantly having the ability to create new processes to capture the underlying requirements from our financial IFRS guidelines
• Focus areas will include IFRS16, inventory control, audits and internal controls to improve the overall performance of the reporting and compliance area
• Performance on project management tasks based on timely and value-adding activity
• Quality of the overall reporting performed within the department
• Internal and external audit reporting and internal control framework

Qualifications

• Relevant education / degree most likely within Finance, Controlling or similar combined with work experience from finance, in an international company
• Good controlling and accounting skills. Knowledge and experience within SAP ERP FI & CO module is an advantage
• Fluent in English

Competencies 

• Experience working in a multi-national company
• Experience of working with lots of different stakeholders, working as a business partner to support various activities from a finance perspective 
• Strong finance / accounting knowledge 
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage deadlines 
• Flexible mindset, comfortable in managing and driving change
• Self-organized, accountable and a team player with good people skills
• Strong process orientated approach

What we offer You will be part of Northern Central Europe which is the largest of 5 regions in Vestas and will report into our group in Copenhagen Denmark. We share Vestas' vision, culture, and our values. Vestas' vision is to remain the Global Leader in Sustainable Energy Solutions. By achieving our vision, we benefit our customers, our shareholders, and the planet. While our Values describe principles and standards of behaviors that shape how we do our jobs. They shape how we interact with each other, how we make decisions, and guide out day-to-day work. Vestas is part of a dynamic industry, and we have set ourselves the ambitious goal to become the global leader in sustainable energy solutions. Sounds exciting? There's lots more to know about us! Have a look at our website, read our stories and try to imagine how you can be part of our team helping us to reach out goals! We offer an exciting job with motivated opportunities for development in an inspiring environment at a growing wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a skilled development commitment and colleagues that take care of each other.

Additional information  Your work location will be Hamburg, DE.  We look forward to receiving your application online as soon as possible and no later than 18th August 2024. For more information please contact Alex Stacey, Director, Finance Operations NCE, +447917396585 Applications are handled on an ongoing basis. Please apply online with your letter of motivation and CV in English. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

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DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.  Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.  With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.  Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.  To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.