RTR Senior GL Accounting Analyst

The team is under Global Finance of Vestas Shared Services Centre. General Ledger is mainly responsible for periodic closing of the company's financial records, Statutory reporting and SOX Compliance documentation. The group is expected to have close collaboration with regional finance, payroll & treasury department as well as with the other functions in SSC such as AP/AR/TE & Controlling and Reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex month-end, quarter-end, and year-end finance and accounting closing activities in full compliance with group accounting policies/controls and performance targets (SLAs. KPIs, OPIs).
• Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making and meet the needs of key stakeholders
• Proactively communicate potential and identified issues and its updates or help needed to the relevant stakeholders as an input for pre-close meetings and ensure follow-through until resolution with speed and quality.
• Resolve accounting issues promptly and escalate complex matters in advance of the month-end close to ensure timely resolution.
• Identify and implement process improvements within assigned processes and ensure timely, high-quality updates of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in any Finance, Accounting, Business Management or related area. Preferably with certifications (i.e. CPA, CMA, CIA, RCA, CTT, etc.)
• At least 3-5 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 is an advantage.
• Possess strong 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
• With experience in managing stakeholders and reporting insights generated from the analysis
• Flexible in work shift schedule depending on the region catered and willing to extend during month-end close, as needed. With experience in global shared service set-up is desired but not required
• Good Team player and self-starter with a "can-do" attitude; a quick learner in a complex, a demanding and a fast-paced environment

Personal Competencies:

• Advanced working knowledge of accounting principles and able to apply to day-to-day operations
• Excellent communication skills particularly in English language - both oral and written. Ability to drive insights and analytics is an advantage
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills relevant for the role and able to drive and follow through on issues until resolution
• Exhibits proactiveness, curiosity, growth mindset, simplicity, and eagerness to learn
• Good team player and self-starter with a "can-do" attitude; a quick learner in a complex, a demanding and a fast-paced environment
• Good customer service mindset but able to challenge any deviations or non-compliant requests
• Shows flexibility towards work shift schedule depending on the region catered and willing to extend during month-end close as needed

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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. 
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