Financial Controller Mea With Arabic - Madrid

Are you a passionate finace controller? Are you looking for a position within wind energy sector? Join Vestas and become part of a team based in Madrid with a Nationwide and International scope with professional career development opportunities

The department Finance MEA is responsible for all financial activities for Vestas in MEA Sub Region under Mediterranean Region.

Responsibilities

•   Support on timely and efficient closing process and submission of Monthly and Annual Reporting Packages for various countries in MEA
•   Liaise with internal stake holders and vestas group department and consultants to secure full understanding of accounting and Indirect (VAT, WHT, Reverse charge VAT etc.,) and direct taxes for MEA countries
•   Co-ordinate with group and local auditors to provide necessary information, execution and secure all relevant information documented properly to complete the audit as per deadlines.
•   Ensure completion and co-ordination with local consultants to submit as per deadlines of all statutory returns including VAT, WHT, Intrastat and any local reporting including customs and excise duty monthly/ Quarterly/ yearly basis.
•   Ensure the internal control documentation requirements within MEA Region
•   Specialize in the financial process and close co-ordination with financial shared service center in Manila to execute the day to day and month end related tasks.
•   Support on Budget, forecast process of BS, PL and cashflow 
•   Periodic cashflow reporting in SAP BPC
•  Co-ordinate with banks on day-to-day operations
•   Comprehensive knowledge in P2P and R2R process.
•   Act as bridge between SSC and business for all processes.
•   Be a strong contributor in cross functional projects

Qualifications

•   Relevant Bachelor / master's degree in finance
•    At least 3 to 5 years of relevant financial working experience and extended experience with finance, audit, tax and compliance. 
•    Experience with SAP and SAP/BI, BPC
•    Good understanding of the Local VAT, WHT, CIT and other local statutory laws prevalent and good knowledge about IFRS accounting guidelines and principles
•    Advanced Excel and presentation skills
•    Fluent in English / Arabic is essential 
• Complying to Vestas GAAP and Local GAAP, requires proven ability to understand complex and diverse accounting standards and tax rules

Competencies

•   Organized, self-motivated, and be able to work individually or as part of a team on several projects simultaneously
•   High drive to work ethically  
•    Effective time management and strategic decision-making ability.
•    Capacity to adjust to deadlines.
•   Outgoing personality: Capacity to motivate, promote and boost morale of the teams within a multicultural organization.
•   Presentation skills: be able to communicate effectively financial concepts to other deparments 

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment at a global wind turbine producer.

Additional Information

This role is currently based in Madrid, Spain to cover the MEA region, which is one of the most exciting new emerging markets in the Renewable Energy space.

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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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