Project Controller - Energy Storage

3 Months ago • 5 Years + • Finance

Job Summary

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 BESS 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 a Project Controller (Portfolio Finance Manager), you will be financially responsible for a portfolio of projects within the Americas region. You will 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. You will ensure adherence to applicable accounting guidelines and commercial terms and conditions. You will also be responsible for highlighting associated risks, ensuring accurate project forecasts, incorporating known risks and opportunities, executing internal controls related to Order-to-Cash, driving to improve project performance through change orders and supplier claims, reviewing, verifying and processing project related transactions (purchase requisitions, invoices, etc.), tracking, evaluating and working to mitigate contract penalties such as performance guarantees and liquidated damages for delays, organizing project reviews throughout the life of each contract, reporting Non-conformance costs and helping to identify Solution Groups, managing construction subcontractors and other suppliers to maintain project delivery timeline and quality, understanding and managing sales, property, and personal tax requirements, and working to continuously improve project onboarding and execution processes.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of financially managing large projects, preferably in the energy sector
  • Advanced understanding of project accounting methods
  • Advanced knowledge of project related activities and the project lifecycle
  • Advanced understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions
  • Advanced understanding of project risk management requirements
  • Experienced in negotiating directly with customers and suppliers
  • Experienced in the use of NetSuite, 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
Good to have:
  • MBA or CPA
Perks:
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance
  • Generous 401K Match
  • Annual Bonus Incentive

Job Details

About Fluence: 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.
 
OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading
Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible
Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile
We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun
We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

This position reports to the Director, Portfolio Finance Management and is responsible for managing and tracking all commercial aspects of a portfolio of BESS 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 a Project Controller (Portfolio Finance Manager), you will:

    • Be financially responsible for a portfolio of 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
    • 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
    • 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
    • Work to continuously improve project onboarding and execution processes

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

    • 5+ 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
    • Advanced 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 NetSuite, 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
To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, Fluence provides an outstanding 
benefits package effective day one of employment! 
Fluence provides medical benefits, employee resource group opportunities, 401K options and first-rate PTO/Vacation plans for valuable work life balance. 
🔋ERG Opportunities #diversity 
🔋Unlimited PTO 
🔋Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance 
🔋Generous 401K Match 
🔋Annual Bonus Incentive 
Questions? Message your Talent Acquisition Partner Directly: 

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. 

Similar Jobs

Hasbro - Financial Analyst

Hasbro

Shanghai, Shanghai, China (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
GoTo Group - Fleet Analyst

GoTo Group

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia (On-Site)
3 Months ago
PwC - Senior Accountant

PwC

Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (On-Site)
2 Months ago
undefined - DX Engineer

United States (Remote)
4 Months ago
Fluence - Commercial Finance Manager,

Fluence

London, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
4 Months ago
PwC - Associate - CA Fresher - Internal Audit Services - Advisory - Mumbai

PwC

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Ubisoft - Accountant

Ubisoft

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
2 Days ago
Hitachi - MS-D365 CE Functional Consultant

Hitachi

Pune, Maharashtra, India (Remote)
3 Months ago
PTW - Finance Manager

PTW

Karnataka, India (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Skill Jobs

Krafton  - Product Analyst

Krafton

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Virtuos - 3D场景美术师 (3D Environment Artist)

Virtuos

China (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Sphere Entertainment Co - Employee Service Center Representative (Part-Time)

Sphere Entertainment Co

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Naughty Dog - Senior Communications Manager

Naughty Dog

Los Angeles, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Scanline VFX - Bidding Manager

Scanline VFX

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Hybrid)
3 Months ago
TVH - Technical Data Editor

TVH

Pune, Maharashtra, India (On-Site)
3 Months ago
ByteDance - Customer Success Manager, Lark - Malaysia

ByteDance

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Cult of the North - Senior Backend Developer

Cult of the North

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden (On-Site)
7 Months ago
Patterned Learning Career - Principal Engineer, Android

Patterned Learning Career

(Remote)
1 Day ago
Redhorse Corp - Resource Efficiency Manager - Level II

Redhorse Corp

West Point, New York, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Jobs in Houston, Texas, United States

Pixar Animation Studios - Senior Software Engineer, Tools Animation (Applications)

Pixar Animation Studios

Emeryville, California, United States (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Mattel  Inc  - American Girl Retail Security Associate (Part-Time)

Mattel Inc

Illinois, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Magic Leap - Associate Waveguide Materials Engineer

Magic Leap

Austin, Texas, United States (On-Site)
2 Weeks ago
ByteDance - Tech Lead - Frontend Software Engineer, Global E-commerce Supply Chain and Logistics

ByteDance

Seattle, Washington, United States (On-Site)
19 Hours ago
The Walt Disney Company - KABC News Photographer (IE Bureau)

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Sphere Entertainment Co - Senior Audio Software Developer

Sphere Entertainment Co

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Netflix - Engineering Manager - OnlineDataStores (Caching)

Netflix

Los Gatos, California, United States (On-Site)
4 Weeks ago
The Walt Disney Company - Lead Software Engineer (Roku Engineer)

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
WebMD - Sr. Wellness Program Manager- Part Time (Martinez, CA)

WebMD

United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Palo Alto Networks - Prisma Cloud Solution Architect

Palo Alto Networks

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States (Remote)
2 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Finance Jobs

Epic Games - Commercial Finance Intern

Epic Games

Cary, North Carolina, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Mattel  Inc  - Statutory Financial Accountant   (Temp 2 years)

Mattel Inc

Hessen, Germany (On-Site)
2 Months ago
PwC - Tax - APAC PCS - Senior Associate

PwC

Kolkata, West Bengal, India (On-Site)
2 Months ago
PwC - Senior Manager SAP Finance | CDI | H/F

PwC

Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France (On-Site)
4 Months ago
PwC - Deals - M&A Operations Senior Manager (IT)

PwC

Singapore (On-Site)
4 Months ago
PwC - Senior Associate - Transaction Services

PwC

Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (On-Site)
4 Months ago
PwC - Tax Associate - Accounting - Roma - Categoria Protetta [TAX]

PwC

Rome, Lazio, Italy (On-Site)
4 Months ago
Untold Tales - Finance Specialist

Untold Tales

Wrocław, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland (Hybrid)
8 Months ago
ION - Senior Business Consultant - Allegro​

ION

London, England, United Kingdom (On-Site)
4 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

About The Company

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States (Hybrid)

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia (On-Site)

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Berlin, Berlin, Germany (On-Site)

Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

London, England, United Kingdom (On-Site)

London, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Houston, Texas, United States (On-Site)

View All Jobs

Get notified when new jobs are added by Fluence

Level Up Your Career in Game Development!

Transform Your Passion into Profession with Our Comprehensive Courses for Aspiring Game Developers.

Job Common Plug