Finance Transformation Project Manager

Job Description

Do you bring solid experience in finance and transformation initiatives? Are you motivated by roles with high business impact and exposure to senior leadership? Do you thrive in leading complex, high-stakes projects in a global organisation? Then you might be our new Finance Transformation Project Manager.

Join us on an exciting Finance transformation journey where we are building a modern, globally integrated Finance function. We are creating a solid, standardized backbone supported by a global operating model and a world-class Shared Service Center, enabling consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the business. At the same time, we are elevating the role of Finance by improving business partnering through better data, standardized reporting, and enhanced capabilities. As we reinforce planning and forecasting to support long-term strategy, you will be part of a multi-year transformation that reshapes structures, roles, and ways of working, positioning Finance as a trusted, strategic partner to leadership. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in building the future of Finance in a fast-changing, global environment.

The Finance Transformation Office will be a team of four professionals responsible for overseeing Vestas' finance transformation agenda. We ensure that strategic finance initiatives are delivered in a structured, transparent, and value-focused manner.

Acting as the central hub, the office enables alignment across Finance, Digital Solutions, and the wider business. We support change adoption and ensure that transformation initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes that align to the long-term direction and objectives of the organisation.

Responsibilities

As Finance Transformation Project Manager, you will manage selected initiatives from the Finance transformation roadmap end to end. Your role spans project management, change management, and stakeholder communication.

You will be responsible for

• Managing end-to-end delivery of Finance transformation projects, from shaping and planning through execution and benefits realization
• Owning overall project governance, including scope, timeline, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies; carefully identifying, managing, and mitigating project risks and issues
• Coordinating cross-functional teams across Finance, Digital Solutions, and the wider business to ensure aligned and effective delivery
• Acting as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making forums, ensuring clear communication, progress reporting, and effective support for informed decisions
• Ensuring adherence to agreed standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks within the Finance Transformation Office
• Facilitating change management activities in close collaboration with Finance and business stakeholders to support adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working; supporting continuous improvement of delivery models, tools, and best practices across the transformation portfolio
• Mentoring and supporting less-experienced project managers and contributing to building project management capabilities within Finance

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you are an experienced project manager with a solid background in finance and strategy, gained in a matrix organisation or similar. You also bring

• A Master's or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration, finance, economics, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance transformation, management consulting, or in-house finance or strategy roles within complex, global organisations
• Experience interacting with senior and executive management, guiding decision-making in a structured, fact-based manner
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives in changing business environments
• Experience working in an international, cross-cultural corporate setting
• Proficient English communication skills, both written and spoken

Competencies

• Strategic mindset combined with solid analytical skills
• Experience delivering projects within a Finance organisation with demonstrated knowledge of Finance operating models, financial processes, and systems
• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage and secure buy-in from a wide range of stakeholders
• Comfort engaging with senior executives and facilitating effective decision-making
• Structured, results-focused, and detail-oriented, with the ability to deliver high-quality results at pace
• High initiative and integrity, with the ability to navigate across functions and cultures
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and a pragmatic, open, and unpretentious working style

What we offer

A key role in a global, purpose-driven company focused on advancing renewable energy solutions. You will have significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to shape the direction of the Finance transformation and organisation. We value initiative, responsibility and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

Additional information

This position is based in Copenhagen, Denmark where our team and several other stakeholders are located. The role requires the ability to work on-site on a weekly basis. Travelling will be expected, up to 20 days per year. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time, including before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply no later than 14/06/2026.

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". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.