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.
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.
The Finance Controller (m/f/d) 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.
The workplace for this role is either in our office in Berlin or Erlangen. Our hybrid working model involves working in the office 2 to 3 days a week.
Your tasks:
· 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 initiatives
· Lead statutory and group audit procedures and perform efficient audit management
· Develop efficient and effective internal control structure
· Lead SOX compliance and reporting
· Consider and balance technical accounting requirements and operational business needs
Your skills & qualifications:
· Master’s degree in accounting or business administration
· At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience
· In-depth knowledge of US GAAP / relevant statutory GAAP regulations
· Certified Public Account/Chartered Accountant qualifications are considered a strong plus
· Experience with ASC-606 and percentage of completion construction agreement
· Good communicator, good stakeholder management skills and a proactive personality
· Ability to work in a dynamic organization, embracing change and working independently
· Hands-on and a pro-active self-starter with a proven track record of grit and determination to drive process improvements
· Strong German and English verbal and written language skills are required
Our benefits:
· Attractive pay in line with the metal collective agreement
· 30 days annual vacation
· Hybrid working in Berlin or Erlangen
· Flexible working time
· Company pension plan
· Capital forming payments for Tarif-Employees
· Kindergarten allowance taxfree (100€/kid/month)
· Culture based on values within diverse teams, open and transparent communication with a focus on DE&I
· Personal development (LinkedIn Training, inhouse training, workshops)
· Sabbatical Option
· Home office allowance
· Corporate Benefits
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.
