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Finance Controller_German speaker (m/f/d)
FluenceGermanyfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Mar 2024
About the role
About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.For more information, visit our website, or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog. OUR CULTURE AND VALUES
We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.
We are Leading Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.
We are Responsible Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
We are Agile We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.
We are Fun We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
ABOUT THE POSITION:The Finance Controller Germany will be a member of the EMEA Finance team and the Business Unit Germany and will report directly to the EMEA Controller. We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive controller who will be responsible for leading all day-to-day accounting activities for our operations in Germany. In addition, the role will lead the month end close process from start to finish and ensure proper financial reporting for our Germany business. You will proactively lead the discussions on contract reviews, financial analysis, control performances and work together in a seamless and professional manner.
As the Controller Germany, you will:
· lead the day to day work of external & internal parties supporting on the accounting as well as being responsible for the complete accounting process for Germany· develop the financial administration for Germany· lead the local financial statement close process (US GAAP and HGB) and be responsible for reporting monthly results and analysis· develop long standing trusted relationships with various internal and external parties and collaborate seamlessly in a professional manner to ensure financial compliance in Germany· develop, lead and implement process improvement intiatives for Germany· lead statutory and group audit procedures and perform efficient audit management· develop efficient and effective internal control structure for Germany· lead SOX compliance and reporting for Germany· consider and balance technical accounting requirements and operational business needs REQUIRED SKILLSThe ideal candidate has a master’s degree in accounting or business administration and at least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, having started her/his career at a large international accounting advisory firm, followed by in-house experience. You will need to be hands-on and a pro-active self-starter with a proven track record of grit and determination to drive process improvements. Professional level of both English and German is a must.
Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.
We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.
We are Leading Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.
We are Responsible Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
We are Agile We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.
We are Fun We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
ABOUT THE POSITION:The Finance Controller Germany will be a member of the EMEA Finance team and the Business Unit Germany and will report directly to the EMEA Controller. We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive controller who will be responsible for leading all day-to-day accounting activities for our operations in Germany. In addition, the role will lead the month end close process from start to finish and ensure proper financial reporting for our Germany business. You will proactively lead the discussions on contract reviews, financial analysis, control performances and work together in a seamless and professional manner.
As the Controller Germany, you will:
· lead the day to day work of external & internal parties supporting on the accounting as well as being responsible for the complete accounting process for Germany· develop the financial administration for Germany· lead the local financial statement close process (US GAAP and HGB) and be responsible for reporting monthly results and analysis· develop long standing trusted relationships with various internal and external parties and collaborate seamlessly in a professional manner to ensure financial compliance in Germany· develop, lead and implement process improvement intiatives for Germany· lead statutory and group audit procedures and perform efficient audit management· develop efficient and effective internal control structure for Germany· lead SOX compliance and reporting for Germany· consider and balance technical accounting requirements and operational business needs REQUIRED SKILLSThe ideal candidate has a master’s degree in accounting or business administration and at least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, having started her/his career at a large international accounting advisory firm, followed by in-house experience. You will need to be hands-on and a pro-active self-starter with a proven track record of grit and determination to drive process improvements. Professional level of both English and German is a must.
Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.
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