Finance Business Partner

Vestas Development have released a new position for an experienced and collaborative Finance Business Partner & Controller to join our expert development team in Melbourne. Development Finance is the finance business partner to Vestas' project development arm. Vestas Development develops wind power projects from greenfield to ready-to-build. The portfolio under development amounts to 27 GW across 11 core markets on 5 continents. The role of Development Finance is to be a forward‑looking business partner to the Global Head of Development and the Regional Heads. We are responsible for the financial soundness of the Development strategy; we provide timely, insightful and actionable reporting and ensure financial compliance of project entities; and we work to continuously improve processes to ensure scalability of the business. Responsibilities Reporting to the Copenhagen‑based VP Development Finance, and with dotted lines to the regional heads of development, you will be the dedicated Development Finance Business Partner & Controller for the Australia and Greater Asia regions. You will be part of a global team and also work closely with dedicated controllers in our Shared Service Center in Manila. Business Partnering: Provide timely, relevant and forward‑looking financial insights to support decision‑making Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for the regions Financial Reporting and Controlling: Contribute to the monthly financial close process. Prepare and present financial reports to regional head and HQ Enabling the development business through SPV set‑up, bank account opening, capital injections etc Ensure compliance to local regulations through timely filing of tax returns and statutory accounts Control of project costs as per budget approvals in coordination with project managers Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to enhance financial processes and drive efficiency within the Group Finance function Build and maintain relationships with dedicated colleagues in the Shared Service Center in Manila Qualifications Relevant degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Experience with developing and changing ways of working to improve efficiency Experience with project governance, budgeting, and financial reporting Proficiency in SAP, BPC, BI tools as PowerBI, or other ERP systems Expert experience with MS Office, especially Excel Competencies You thrive in a global matrix organisation, working independently while building strong relationships across borders Comfortable working remotely and in a different time zone from your manager and peers, yet closely connected to the business and its priorities Able to perform and deliver results in an evolving environment, embracing change and ambiguity as opportunities Clear and effective communication skills What We Offer We offer an exciting position with great opportunities for professional and personal development in the renewable energy sector. You will join an international environment, where you will build and develop relations with various stakeholders and where initiatives to improve ways of working are highly valued and recognised. Our Benefits Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion Flexible workplace arrangements 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave 3 weeks Paid Secondary Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community including returned service and defence persons and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. 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". 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