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Date: Apr 9, 2025
Company: Zelestra
Location: Rome, Italy; Palermo, Italy
About Us:
Zelestra (formerly Solarpack) is a multinational platform focused on multi-technology renewables with a vertically integrated business model for large-scale renewable projects in rapidly growing markets across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and Africa. Headquartered in Spain, Zelestra has more than 1000 employees worldwide and is backed by EQT, one of the three largest funds in the world with $200B in assets. We aim to be a solid and solvent company, capable of executing quality and valuable projects for society and the environment, maintaining a firm commitment to contribute to the social development of the communities and markets in which we operate.
Mission:
We are looking for a Financial Project Manager (FPM) to oversee the financial status of renewable energy projects within Italy. The selected candidate will work closely with the Program Director (PD) and will be primarily responsible for key financial KPI analysis, risk identification and monitoring, and cash flow management, reporting directly to the PMO and financial controlling teams.
Responsibilities:
* Oversee and manage the financial performance of renewable projects in Italy.
* Collaborate closely with the Program Director (PD) to ensure financial control over projects.
* Define, track, and analyze key financial KPIs, including Capex, IRR, Uses & Sources, to support decision-making.
* Identify, assess, and monitor financial risks associated with projects.
* Ensure efficient cash flow management and financial planning.
* Prepare financial reports and dashboards for PMO and financial controlling teams.
* Coordinate with controlling, project management, and operations teams to ensure financial sustainability.
* Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
Job Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management or Finance.
* Minimum 2 years of experience in project financial control, preferably in renewable energy or at least 4 years of experience as a controller or external auditor, preferably in a Big 4 firm.
* Proficiency in English at a high level, at least C1.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office at a high level.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to handle large volumes of data.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills.
* Knowledge of risk assessment, cash flow management, financial reporting, and KPIs is highly valuable.
* SAP and Power BI will be a plus.
What We Offer:
* Career opportunities and professional development in a growing multinational company.
* Permanent contract.
* Flexible compensation.
* Full working day.
* Remote work 2 days a week.
Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity.
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Visit us at zelestra.energy
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Other
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
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