Finance Manager/Director– Renewable Energy IPP (Solar, Wind & BESS)

Brightsmith; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading Independent Power Producer in Italy is seeking a Finance Manager/Director to drive financial reporting and project controls for renewable energy projects. This role requires over 5 years of experience in financial analysis within the renewable energy sector and a full accounting qualification. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Italian regulations and collaborate with teams for effective financial management. Join this mission-driven firm and contribute to shaping Europe’s clean energy future!

Servizi

Collaborative and growth-oriented environment

Opportunities for career development

Involvement in diverse renewable projects

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis and controlling external customer projects in renewable energy.
• Strong background in accounting, reporting, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Fully qualified accountant with international exposure across European markets.

Mansioni

• Deliver financial reporting for a portfolio of renewable assets.
• Prepare management accounts and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Italian GAAP and relevant renewable energy regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams for accurate financial information.

Conoscenze

Financial analysis

Risk management

Advanced Excel-based financial modelling

Understanding of renewable energy economics

Formazione

Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field

Professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent)

Strumenti

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Finance Manager/Director – Renewable Energy IPP (Solar, Wind & BESS)

Join a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) driving the energy transition with a diversified pipeline of over 3 GW spanning Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar PV, and Wind projects across Europe. This role is pivotal in delivering accurate financial reporting, robust project controls, and strategic insights to support large‑scale renewable developments from construction through operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for a portfolio of renewable assets and projects.
• Prepare management accounts, statutory accounts, variance analysis, and commercial documentation for project reviews (e.g., forecasts, cash flow).
• Maintain strong financial controls, governance, and compliance across all activities.
• Ensure accuracy of cost and pricing calculations, and maintain precise project financials with correct recording and reporting in internal systems.
• Support asset managers and project teams with financial insights, budgets, forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Attend commercial project status meetings, update forecasts, and monitor costs to ensure alignment with contractual terms.
• Lead project invoicing and applications for payment, ensuring timely processing and correct allocation of payments.
• Ensure full compliance with Italian GAAP (OIC standards), IFRS where applicable, and all relevant renewable energy regulations.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to provide accurate and timely financial information for decision‑making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis and controlling external customer projects, within renewable energy, infrastructure, or power sectors.
• Strong background in accounting, controlling, reporting, planning, budgeting & forecasting, with proven ability to manage project financials and risk.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent); CFA or similar certification is a plus.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field, combined with international exposure across European markets.
• High proficiency in MS Office and advanced Excel‑based financial modelling, including valuation techniques (DCF, IRR, NPV).
• Solid understanding of project finance structures and renewable energy economics.
• Experience with risk management and commercial documentation advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission‑driven company shaping Europe’s clean energy future.
• Work on diverse projects across multiple technologies and geographies.
• Collaborative, growth‑oriented environment with opportunities for career development.

Don’t let this opportunity blow past you 🌱 Join us and harness the power of wind, sun, and storage! ☀️🔋

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy