Finance Analyst I

The department is mainly tasked to deliver valuable insights to the business through scalable, reliable, and consistent financial controlling to improve performance and decision making across the value chain. We are also in charge of ensuring accurate and timely periodic reporting and includes ensuring compliance with the Company's financial guidelines balancing with managing business performance and engaging with relevant business stakeholders - both finance and non-finance operations. We also act as business partner for regional, business unit/segment, or group stakeholders and make sure that the financial activities driven decisions are taken on a good financial business case which can and wll be followed upon.

The group is consist of various teams supporting Vestas' value chain which includes financial BPM controllers in the region and in SSC - from Sales, Manufacturing, Customer Project Execution (CPX previously construction), Service, Development, Research & Development, transport, tools, group / headquarters finance (Transfer pricing, Group reporting, Real Estate & Facility Management, Digital Solutions, and Financial Planning & Analysis, and Product costing & analytics.

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Responsibilities:

• Supports Regional Business Finance with accurate and timely execution of weekly and monthly reports related to inventory valuation, cost of poor quality, manufacturing FCC and IPCs, calculation of obsolete stock and IPC allocation etc
• Performs month‑end close (MEND) activities, including basic settlement run, weighted average cost inventory analysis, production variance review, calculation of obsolete stock and IPC allocation and proposed accruals or manual adjusting entries, if needed, in full compliance with Vestas Financial Guidelines and ensure that applicable controls are in place
• Performs accurate and timely execution of audit requirements
• Communicate any issues, discrepancies, or delays to the team and relevant stakeholders, and assist with resolving them
• Maintain proper documentation of reports, processes, and work instructions to support process knowledge transfers and audit requirements
• Support in identifying and developing improvement on current tasks, and participate in Global optimization projects (if any)
• Support adhoc reports based on business needs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any Finance, Accounting, Business Management or related area.
• At least 1-3 years of relevant working experience in finance particularly Business Controlling, Financial Analysis, or any equivalent finance functions
• Good communication skills particluarly in English language - both oral and written and able to communicate insights to stakeholders and team members
• Proficient in Microsft Office applications i.e. Excel, Powerpoint, Word. Knowledge in using ERP system. Experience in SAP
• Possess analytical skills relevant for financial analysis i.e. variance analysis, formulating basic insights, and linking to finance and with curious growth and continuous improvement and learning mindset
• Flexible in work shift schedule depending on the region catered and willing to extend during month-end close, as needed. Experience in a shared service setup is desired
• Works well with others and self-starter with a motivated mindset; capable of handling new situations in a complex, a demanding and a fast-paced environment
• With experience in inventory accounting, project accounting, revenue & cost controlling and reporting insights is desired.

Competencies:

• Has basic understanding of finance and accounting concepts with background on financial analysis, reconciliation, accruals or cost allocations
• Attention to detail to ensure timely and accurate execution of reports and manual adjusting entries
• Knowledgeable in process documentation, simplification and standardization
• Proficient in using Microsoft office software
• Knowledge in using ERP (SAP) systems
• Basic communication, stakeholder management and business partnering
• Has continuous improvement mindset in terms of process and continuously aspire for professional growth

Our commitment to a fair hiring 

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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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 185 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 30,000 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. 

To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.