Specialist, Finance Controller - Benelux

Are you a Financial Controller with specific experience from the Benelux region? Are you interested in combining your finance expertise with a leading Wind Turbine Technology Business? Then we would like to hear from you!  

Finance > Region NCE > Finance NCE As a Financial Controller (m/f/d) you will be part of the Financial Controlling 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 reporting requirements. As the Financial Controller (m/f/d) specifically for the Benelux region your main responsibilities will be controlling and accounting for entities within this area.

Responsibilities

• General financial controller responsibilities include
• Specific local financial knowledge of the Benelux Region
• Timely and efficient closing process and submission of monthly and annual reporting packages
• Controlling of Balance Sheet and investigation of issues and supporting audit requests
• Ensure adherence to Group financial processes, compliance rules/policies and Vestas's guidelines
• Specific responsibilities relating to the this specialized role include:
• Manage relationships with external advisors
• The ability to organize and lead a group of stakeholders from closely connected finance teams to drive local compliance and improvement initiatives within these countries

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. French or Dutch language skills are also required for this position

Competencies 

• Experience working in a multi-national company, highly engaged in stakeholder management
• 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
• You will focus on assuring the figures and report all financial data as well as maintain complete and proper records of revenue, expenditures, assets, and liabilities 
• In addition, you will make sure we are following the compliance and local accounting requirements. You will also make sure that the external reporting such as VAT, Intrastat & statistics are carried out according to current laws and internal guidelines in the most efficient way
• Another of your key purposes in this role is to guide the business on accounting treatment and challenge where it is needed, being the spider in the web and get into the business

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 8th September 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.