Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (m/w/d)

Job Description

Power Factors is a software and solutions provider leading the next generation of clean energy with Unity, one of the most extensive and widely deployed renewable energy management suites (REMS) in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world’s renewable energy data.*

Power Factors’ Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market analytics. The company’s suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management.

With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fights climate change with code.

• Outside China and India

About the Role

The Vice President (VP) of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a senior leadership role in the Company, reporting to the CFO and responsible for overseeing the financial planning, analysis, and forecasting processes. This position plays a key role in driving strategic decision-making, financial performance, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Planning

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s financial planning process, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic plans.
• Partner with executive leadership to align financial goals with overall business strategies.
• Provide recommendations for financial optimization and growth opportunities.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee financial performance analysis, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Provide actionable insights into business performance, variances from budget, and key financial metrics.
• Analyze key financial data and trends to support decision-making at the senior executive level.

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Lead the financial forecasting process, ensuring accuracy in revenue, expense, and capital expenditure forecasts.
• Monitor business performance against forecasts and identify areas of improvement or potential risk.
• Develop and manage short-term and long-term financial plans that are aligned with business goals.

Management of Financial Operations

• Oversee the preparation of reports for the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and tools used for financial planning and analysis.
• Ensure financial discipline and maintain strict compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and corporate policies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor the FP&A team, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to perform at a high level.
• Build and sustain a high-performance culture within the FP&A function.
• Oversee talent management, career development, and succession planning within the FP&A team.

Business Partnership

• Serve as a key business partner to department heads, providing financial insights and recommendations to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Advise on financial implications of business decisions, investments, and operational changes.
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., operations, marketing, sales) to align financial objectives with operational goals.

Capital Allocation & Investment Strategy

• Lead the evaluation and analysis of capital expenditures, investment projects, and potential acquisitions.
• Support decision-making regarding capital allocation, ensuring returns align with company goals.

Stakeholder Communication

• Present financial results and strategy to the executive team, board of directors, and investors.
• Provide clear, concise, and actionable insights that support informed decision-making.

Required Competencies

We believe you enjoy working in a purpose-driven organization and that you thrive in an environment where you need to find creative solutions to challenging problems in a fast-changing context. This also means that you are effective at managing multiple tasks of varying complexities, work well under pressure, and are driven by continuous learning and growth. Specifically, we are looking for someone with the following toolbox:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior FP&A leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing a team and working closely with executive leadership.
  • Strong background in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
  • Experience in leading complex international financial analyses and business performance reviews.
• Skills:
  • Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and business operations.
  • Business Acumen: ability to understand in depth the business model of the company, translate this understanding into financials and KPIs, connect the dots between the two and create/deliver insights to senior leadership.
  • Leadership Skills: Strong management and team-building skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a diverse team.
  • Analytical Skills: Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis skills. True and demonstrated Excel expertise is required.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically, analyze trends, and develop long-term financial strategies.
  • Problem-Solving: Capacity to identify problems, develop solutions, and implement changes in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Life @ Power Factors

We are an agile software development company – big enough to make an impact, but small enough to move quickly and execute in a growing industry, taking advantage of rapidly evolving technologies. We are a collective of bold and ingenious talents driven by results. Our team is made up of hard-working, fun-loving people who are passionate about making the world a better place. We seek fierce and humble people to help us achieve our ambitious plan.

Why Join Us

• A humble cause with a clear purpose – you will help us fight climate change with every day at work. We aim to be environmentally conscious in all aspects of our operations.
• Work with passionate experts and top-talents in your field – we are proud of our highly skilled crowd and the savviness each of us brings to the team.
• Friendly and uplifting atmosphere – we believe kindness and respectfulness is core for our culture. A friendly smile or a helping hand is never far away.
• Flexible hours and workplace – it is the result that counts, not when or where. Our hybrid/remote work setup allows everyone to set themselves up for success and create a more sustainable work-life balance.
• All the benefits you expect (and more) – besides the basic benefits (adopted to local needs and norms), you will enjoy perks such as 8h of paid volunteering per year and participation in our Corporate Bonus Program (to name a few).

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.