Portfolio Finance Manager

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC)is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information please visit.

Job Description:

Portfolio Finance Manager

Location: BGC Taguig Philippines

About Fluence

Fluence a Siemens and AES company is the global market leader in energy storage technology solutions and services. Fluence is creating a more sustainable future by combining the agility of a technology company with the expertise and vision of two respected industry giants.

Our Culture and values

We are a start up with a purpose to transform the way we power our world. It requires creativity diversity of ideas and backgrounds and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading

Fluence currently has 2.4 gigawatts of projects in operation or awarded across 24 countries and territories worldwideand 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 customers 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

This position offers you a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the countrys transition towards renewable energy and make a significant contribution to the financial success of Fluences large-scale battery energy storage projects in the country. As the Portfolio Finance Manager you will be leading and managing all finance commercial accounting tax and legal related project matters in close cooperation with the technical project manager and other related functions like procurement engineering commissioning legal FP&A regional controllers and taxes. The job is nominally based in our Taguig office in the Philippines.

As the Portfolio Finance Manager you will:

• Maintain conformity of our projects with accounting standards and SOX requirements to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Ensure effective contract oversight monitoring that commercial and legal conditions with customers suppliers and subcontractors are managed appropriately together with the Contracts Manager.
• Prepare present and evaluate project commercial data (forecasting and budgeting) for our management project review meetings or financial audit purposes.
• Classify and control project costs and execute cost analyses together with the project execution team to optimize the project margin.
• Carry out a proactive accounts receivables management to achieve the project cash flow targets handle foreign exchange rates as well as communication to financial institutions.
• Take role in preparation of legal and commercial conditions of contracts with customers suppliers and subcontractors.
• Keep track and manage project risks (e.g. contractual risks such as project delays supplier risks schedule risks system performance etc.) and opportunities together with the execution team.
• Actively communicate with customers commercial representatives and manage solving issues.
• Execute guarantees bonds and LCs for advance payment performance and warranty purposes and follow-up expired ones.
• Ensure sufficient insurance coverage of the projects during shipment onsite activities and warranty period.
• Ensure that claims towards suppliers and customers are properly endorsed entered and negotiated.

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence

• Minimum 8 years experience and Bachelor in Accounting Economics Business Administration Controlling or any finance related subject.
• Be self-motivated ambitious organized possess strong time management skills pay attention to details and have a sense of urgency for critical deadlines.
• Be a self-starter who has the ability to work independently as well as a member of project teams.
• Demonstrate the curiosity gene willing to adapt grow and pivot as needed.
• Bring vast understanding of accounting standards (USGAAP) experience in PoC revenue recognition understanding requirements for accruals provisions commercial month end closing and audit activities.
• Bring experience as a portfolio finance manager or financial project controller of large-scale construction utility renewable energy or energy storage projects.
• Have extensive experience in commercial negotiations contracts and claims management of complex EPC contract.
• Knowledge and experience in taxes accounting and audit.

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.

Our Culture

At Fluence our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate collaborate and lead with purpose ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness active listening and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Were committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable game-changing solutions that shape a brighter more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1