Junior Controller

THE ROLE

The Controlling team oversees management performance and reporting control activities for a large portfolio of renewable energy plants managed by WiseEnergy on behalf of leading financial institutions.

WiseEnergy is seeking a Junior Controller to support the Finance department by providing top-tier, multinational-standard reporting, as well as forecast and budget management information. This role will work closely with the accounting team based in Milan.

This opportunity is ideal for a young finance specialist eager to learn and join a fast-growing company in a pivotal industry for the foreseeable future. You will bring a systematic, highly organized approach to an environment striving for growth and high standards of performance.

You are highly numerate, logical, and methodical, with excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and an ability to collaborate effectively with remote internal clients. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a results-oriented approach, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines, prioritizing effectively to achieve timely results. Proactivity, determination, and an entrepreneurial spirit complete the ideal profile.

The successful candidate will have an international mindset, enabling them to work effectively across borders and cultures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support financial and management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for internal and external clients; liaise with the accounting department on specific issues
• Reporting through in-house accounting systems
• Maintain and enhance financial processes; identify and implement process improvements
• Liaise with external service providers, such as fund administrators and auditors
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the Group
• Work with professional advisors as needed
• Given the dynamic nature of the business, the successful candidate should be prepared to take on ad hoc tasks as required.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in English or/and other European languages) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging
• Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description
• Intellectual Curiosity – we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas to the team
• IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level excel)
• Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy
• Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 

• 1+ years of experience in controlling
• Accounting background, ideally with a relevant degree and professional accounting qualification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with accounting and reporting software (experience with Profis or E-Solver is a plus)
• Experience in financial planning and analysis
• Knowledge of the renewable energy and solar industry is advantageous
• Legal right to work in Italy.

 WHAT WE OFFER

• A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn
• International scope – we operate in over 8 countries
• Hybrid working – we will need you in the office at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week
• Annual discretionary bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days. 

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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be.

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