Head of Finance Europe (m/f/d)

ib vogt GmbH; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading solar development company in Germany is seeking a Head of Finance EU to oversee all financial operations across its European Business Unit. This strategic role involves developing financial strategies, leading budgeting, and ensuring robust financial performance to support the company's growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in finance and significant experience in financial leadership, particularly in the renewable energy industry.

Leistungen

Competitive remuneration

Professional growth opportunities

International working environment

Qualifikationen

• 10-15 years experience in finance, with 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in renewable energy is essential.
• Relevant finance or accounting certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in English; any other European language is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Oversee all financial operations in the European Business Unit.
• Develop financial strategies to optimize performance and support growth.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting for the EU Business Unit.
• Implement controlling processes to monitor financial performance.
• Identify financial risks and establish mitigating strategies.
• Build relationships with banks and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation in finance processes and systems.

Kenntnisse

Financial strategy development

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial analysis

Risk management

Leadership

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Intercultural collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Finance or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is a leading utility‑scale solar development platform with a global footprint and a 20‑year track record. We specialize in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provide turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally.
Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of over 3 Gigawatts. We employ 900 experts, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 30 countries. The company operates internationally from offices across Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Africa.

Job Description

The Head of Finance EU will oversee all financial operations across the European Business Unit, ensuring robust financial planning, analysis, reporting, and risk management. This strategic leadership role is critical to driving financial performance and supporting the company’s growth objectives in the renewable energy sector.

• Develop and implement financial strategies to optimize performance and support business growth
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling for the EU Business Unit
• Implement robust controlling processes to monitor financial performance
• Identify and mitigate financial risks across projects and markets
• Build and maintain relationships with banks, advisors, and external stakeholders
• Work closely with corporate teams and country-level finance teams to align financial objectives
• Establish and lead a high‑performing finance team within the EU BU
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within finance processes and systems

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance or related field
• 10–15 years experience in finance with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in the renewable energy industry is essential
• Ability to shape and drive the financial vision of the organization by aligning financial strategies with overall business objectives
• Competence to manage complex projects and drive transformation
• Ability to generate creative solutions for financial challenges and implement best practices to enhance efficiency
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities paired with excellent communication and intercultural collaboration skills
• Relevant finance or accounting certifications preferred
• Proficiency in English language; any other European language is a plus

Don’t let a few missing boxes hold you back. If you meet around 70% of the requirements and are ready to grow with us, apply today!

Additional Information

• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
• An open‑minded, friendly, dynamic, and highly motivated team
• Interesting and challenging tasks, and thus a scope of professional growth and development
• Competitive Remuneration and other exciting benefits

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.