Financial Controller for international wind farm and photovoltaic projects (m/f)

wpd windmanager; Arras; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

wpd windmanager is seeking a Financial Controller for Wind Farm and Photovoltaic Projects in Arras or Nantes. The role involves controlling operations, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. Candidates should possess relevant degrees and professional experience, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in English.

Prestations

Restaurant tickets

Gift vouchers

50% transportation allowance

Health insurance

Company phone

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience as a controller or accountant in international projects (preferred).
• VBA knowledge is an advantage.
• German skills are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Controlling ongoing operations (target/actual comparisons, variance analysis, budget planning).
• Preparing reports for banks and investors.
• Managing payment transactions and credit funds.

Connaissances

Fluent English skills (minimum B2)

Strong analytical skills

Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style

Proficiency in MS Office

Formation

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in financial audit, controlling, or a comparable field

Outils

Excel

Description du poste

Bring a breath of fresh air into your professional life!

Work together with us on the energy supply of the future.

We, wpd windmanager, with our 520 employees worldwide, manage 507 wind farms with 2,721 turbines and 78 solar farms within the wpd group. As a globally active and growing company in technical and commercial management, we operate not only in Germany but also across Europe, South America, and Asia. Our clients include wind farm and solar park operators, investment firms, municipal utilities, and investors.

To strengthen our team at our locations in France (Arras or Nantes), we are looking for you as soon as possible.

Benefits

• Restaurant tickets
• Gift vouchers
• 50% transportation allowance
• Health insurance
• Company phone

Responsibilities
As a Financial Controller for Wind Farm and Photovoltaic Projects (m/f), your responsibilities will include:

• Controlling ongoing operations (target/actual comparisons, variance analysis, budget planning, profitability assessments, ad hoc analyses)
• Preparing reports for banks and investors
• Managing payment transactions and credit funds
• Monthly or quarterly audits of local accounting
• Converting local accounting to IFRS standards
• Invoicing and correspondence
• Supporting activities during the investment phase
• Developing and improving controlling and reporting tools

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in financial audit, controlling, or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience as a controller or accountant in international projects (preferred)
• Fluent English skills (minimum B2), especially in financial terminology; German skills are a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (VBA knowledge is an advantage)
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style
• Strong analytical skills

What We Offer

• Full-time contract (CDI), based in Arras or Vertou (Nantes)
• Attractive salary and benefits (restaurant tickets, employee discounts, sustainable mobility bonus, telecommuting, team events)
• Comprehensive onboarding with local training and remote learning from Bremen, Germany
• Open communication, flat hierarchies, quick decision-making
• Dynamic sector, passionate team, positive atmosphere, supportive environment, and work-life balance

We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV and cover letter in English, as the recruitment process will be conducted in English. Please include your earliest possible start date and salary expectations.