Finance Manager - Energy Storage Developer and Operator

Posted 07 May 2020
LocationBerlin Schöneberg
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & InfrastructureEnergy, ESG & Green Tech Finance
Contact NameAlex Rowntree

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

 

A specialist developer of Energy Storage technology are looking for a Finance Manager to help scale-up their development pipeline. After a recent successful close of new funding, new are looking for an ambitious Finance Manager to work closely with the CFO to oversee their accounts and audit processes. 

 

THE ROLE: 

 
  • Preparing financial statutory statements under IFRS and German GAAP
  • Managing the quarterly audit process 
  • Review team of assistant accountants' output 
  • Managing tax compliance and relief processes with tax partners 
  • Leading quarterly consolidation of accounts 
  • Preparation of annual expenses budget and forecast modelling (as well as review of project company budget against KPIs) 
  • Reviewing monthly/quarterly VAT returns 
  • Completing ad hoc and company secretarial work where relevant (such as maintaining databases, reviewing payroll and compliance) 
  • Be prepared to review and make proactive improvements to existing financial/accounts systems and processes 

 

THE INDIVIDUAL: 

 
  • Qualified accountant with at least 4 Years' PQE 
  • Experience in a renewables/start-up setting is highly desirable 
  • Competent understanding of consolidation processes and German GAAP 
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office platforms and SAGE system 
  • Strong financial modelling skills 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills