Senior Portfolio Finance Manager

Fluence BESS India Private Limited; Texas; Sur place; USD 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fluence, a global leader in energy storage and optimization software, seeks a Senior Portfolio Finance Manager to lead financial management across the Americas portfolio. Reporting to the Director, Portfolio Finance Management, you will drive accounting compliance, revenue recognition, and contract administration for major projects.

You will collaborate with project managers, suppliers, and customers to ensure accurate forecasts, manage internal controls, and optimize profitability through

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of financially managing large projects, preferably in energy.
• Advanced understanding of project accounting methods, including POC revenue recognition.
• Advanced understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions.
• Experience negotiating with customers and suppliers.

Responsabilités

• Be financially responsible for a portfolio of the largest and most complex projects within the Americas region.
• Work with project managers to provide timely transparency around project performance against budget.
• Ensure adherence to accounting guidelines, including revenue recognition conclusions.
• Drive to improve project performance through change orders and supplier claims.
• Organize project reviews and manage subcontractors to maintain timeline and quality.

Connaissances

Project accounting

Revenue recognition

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

MBA or CPA a plus

Outils

SAP

Unifier

Primavera

Description du poste

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 fluenceenergy.com .

Job Description

This position reports to the Director, Portfolio Finance Management and is responsible for managing and tracking all commercial aspects of a portfolio of large projects. This includes driving accounting compliance, ensuring adherence to commercial contract terms, executing financial and operational internal controls, driving and managing customer contract changes and supplier claims and maintaining operational excellence. The position requires interfacing with many internal stakeholders as well as with customers, suppliers, and outside contractors. This role requires a background in accounting & finance, including contract administration, and working with infrastructure and construction projects.

As the Senior Portfolio Finance Manager, you will:

• Be financially responsible for a portfolio of the largest and most complex projects within the Americas region
• Work closely with project managers to provide timely transparency around project performance against budget and maintain monthly Estimates at Completion for Revenue, Cost, and Margin.
• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting guidelines , including revenue recognition conclusions
• Ensure adherence to commercial terms and conditions and highlight associated risks
• Ensure accurate project forecasts, incorporating known risks and opportunities
• Execute internal controls related to Order-to-Cash and act as a peer reviewer to ensure control compliance
• Drive to improve project performance through change orders and supplier claims
• Review, verify and process project related transactions (purchase requisitions, invoices, etc.)
• Track, evaluate and work to mitigate contract penalties such as performance guarantees and liquidated damages for delays
• Organize project reviews throughout the life of each contract
• Report Non-conformance costs and help to identify Solution Groups
• Manage construction subcontractors and other suppliers to maintain project delivery timeline and quality
• Understand and manage sales, property, and personal tax requirements
• Act as a mentor to new or junior level Portfolio Finance Managers
• Work to continuously improve project onboarding and execution processes

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

• 8-10 years of financially managing large projects, preferably in the energy sector, including scopes of engineering, procurement and construction and equipment supply and services agreements
• Advanced understanding of project accounting methods , including POC revenue recognition
• Advance d knowledge of project related activities and the project lifecycle
• Advanced understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions
• Advanced understanding of project risk management requirements in the areas of insurance, securities, guarantees, liquidated damages, etc.
• Experienced in negotiating directly with customers and suppliers
• Experienced in the use of SAP , Unifier Primavera or similar systems
• Strong background in using MS Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or finance
• MBA or CPA a plus

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. We're 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 acceler