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Finance Controller - Rome/Taranto (IT)

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Vestas

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Rome

AI generated summary

  • You need a finance-related degree, 3-5 years in cost controlling and analysis, solid accounting skills, SAP experience, and proficiency in English and Italian.
  • You will manage sales controlling, oversee month-end finance processes, evaluate performance, ensure data quality in SAP, assess financial risks, and present summaries to the Service Management team.

Requirements

  • University degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar.
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in project cost controlling, financial analysis and business performance management, preferably within multinational companies.
  • Solid accounting knowledge. Experience in POC (percentage of completion) accounting method is beneficial.
  • Experienced user of SAP, SAP/BI and SAP HANA. Preferred experience in using data visualization tools (Power BI, SAC).
  • Full English and Italian proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform controlling activities related to sales and contract execution phases.
  • Support month end finance processes in accordance with the Vestas Standard Operating Procedures and ensure timely and accurate closure of the financial statements to the Region and Group.
  • Evaluate actual performance of business cluster, focusing on deviations compared to planned performance.
  • Develop monthly forecasting processes ensuring business accountability and ownership.
  • Oversight and promote SAP data quality input from the organisation.
  • Act as a gatekeeper of risks in relation to Service financials.
  • Provide and present executive summary of the performance to Service Management team. Contribute, agree and follow-up on actions.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Finance Controller.

Where is the job location?

The job location is in Rome or Taranto, Italy.

What are the main responsibilities of the Finance Controller?

The main responsibilities include performing controlling activities related to sales and contract execution, supporting month-end finance processes, evaluating actual performance, developing monthly forecasting processes, overseeing SAP data quality, acting as a gatekeeper for financial risks, and providing performance summaries to the Service Management team.

What are the required qualifications for this role?

The required qualifications include a university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a similar field, 3-5 years of relevant experience, solid accounting knowledge (experience in POC accounting is beneficial), and proficiency in SAP, SAP/BI, and SAP HANA. Proficiency in both English and Italian is also required.

What competencies are necessary for this position?

Necessary competencies include strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, good communication skills, investigative abilities, organization, self-motivation, and meeting deadlines.

What opportunities does Vestas provide for employees in this role?

Vestas offers exciting opportunities for development in an inspiring and innovative international work environment.

Are there any preferential requirements for candidates?

Yes, candidates who are recipients of income support interventions, unemployed following collective dismissal, or workers of companies involved in crisis units at the Ministero delle Imprese and Made in Italy have a preferential requirement.

What is the company culture at Vestas?

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce that embraces all social identities, is free of discrimination, and commits to creating an environment that acknowledges and utilizes different experiences, skills, and perspectives.

How can candidates apply for this vacancy?

Interested candidates can apply directly to the vacancy through the Vestas website.

Is there a warning regarding recruitment fraud?

Yes, candidates are advised to be aware of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas and can find more information about the recruitment process on the Vestas website.

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Mission & Purpose

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +154 GW of wind turbines in 87 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and +132 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 29,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.