Assistant Lead Engineer - Finance

Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a main motivation in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas’ core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Come and join us at Vestas!

Quality > CIM & SI > CIM Engineering & Excellence

Power Solutions is where new product ideas and technologies are developed, matured, tested and improved. To put it short, we in Vestas Power Solutions are the cornerstone of Vestas - we are shaping the future of modern products. You will be part of the Continuous Improvement Management (CIM) department that operates across Vestas value chain, external suppliers and partners, growing multi-disciplined and cross-functional projects primarily related to product improvement.

Responsibilities

• Handling and coordination of claims
• Involving the relevant stakeholders primarily CIM Project Managers and Global Procurement
• Keeping a holistic view as well as status of the claims in CIM
• Maintain progress of the claims
• Report status to management and other relevant stakeholders
• Secure that the Claim process in Vestas Process Portal is accurate and cooperate with process owner to get updates implemented
• Status meetings with program managers from CIM, Procurement, Quality and Legal
• Updating financial status on a monthly basis for communication on claim potential and realization
• Understanding of Purchase Agreement (PA) limitation, possibilities, and additional PA amendments
• Making sure that once a claim settlement is signed, that it is handed over to CIM Implementation for further execution/implementation on the affected components and population
• Interfacing and communicating with stakeholders
• Responsible for handling financial aspects of the case
• You will work closely with Finance/CIM Warranty, Global Procurement, Supplier Quality (Global and Regional), CIM Program Directors, Project Managers and Technical Leads, Implementation and Legal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field with 8+years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with financial management
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards is essential to ensure compliance
• High level of experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
• You are customer and result oriented and possess good cooperation, execution and communication skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills are important for preparing reports and presenting findings to stakeholders
• Good time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
• A genuine sense of ethics and the ability to maintain confidential information responsibly
• Experience from international business preferred

Competencies

• The ability to keep and maintain portfolio overview
• The ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
• Ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with regulations
• Effectively communicating financial information to non-financial stakeholders and collaborating with team members
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, ERP systems, and financial modeling software
• Identifying financial issues and developing solutions to address them
• Understanding the broader business context and aligning financial strategies with organizational goals
• Maintaining integrity and ethical standards in financial practices
• Handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines effectively
• Being flexible and focused in financial regulations and market conditions

What we offer

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, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. We invite you to learn more about Vestas by visiting our website at www.vestas.com and following us on our social media channels.

Additional Information

Your primary workplace will be Vestas India, Chennai.

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. Please be advised to apply on or before 30th November 2024.

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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.