Job title : Accounting Director
Location : Madrid, Spain
Whom are we recruiting for?
The client is a leading renewable energy company specializing in the development, investment, and management of renewable energy projects across Europe. With a commitment to sustainability, they are dedicated to driving the transition to a clean energy future by optimizing their portfolio of wind, solar, and other renewable energy assets.
What will you be doing?
- Oversee project controls for assigned projects, including risk management, revenue and cash flow management, cost control, payment tracking, variance analysis, reporting, and progress monitoring.
- Manage the consolidation of all projects within the portfolio.
- Lead a team of 35 project accountants responsible for portfolio-wide activities.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the business, offering both solicited and proactive guidance.
- Monitor and actively manage the overall risk profile and claims for the projects.
- Analyze and address discrepancies within approved project budgets.
- Identify challenges and recommend strategies to enhance project financial outcomes.
- Prepare and deliver accurate, timely financial reports with detailed analysis and explanations.
- Ensure strict adherence to compliance rules and regulations.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of project control processes and risk management frameworks.
Are you the ideal candidate?
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field. Master's Degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project control with large projects.
- Previous experience in the renewable energy industry.
- Team management skills, with preference for experience managing a team of 20+ individuals.
- Fluent in both English and Spanish.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
- Unique career progression.
- A flexible contributory pension scheme.
Who are we?
Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world, focusing on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give 1% of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions for poverty-stricken communities.