Finance Business Partner

Job Description

Serve as the key financial business owner and advisor to the local team, translating financial data into actionable business insights and business developments into financial data Report directly to the Group Chief Financial Controlling Officer and collaborate closely with the Group Reporting Manager, both based at the Warsaw HQ Partner with project managers, operations, and legal teams on financial aspects of contracts, investments, and project execution Oversee and ensure the accuracy of local accounting records in accordance with Portuguese accounting standards (SNC) and Group policies Manage day-to-day financial operations including re-invoicing, cost capitalization, accruals, and month-end/year-end closing activities Coordinate with local external advisors (tax, audit, legal) to ensure full compliance with Portuguese fiscal and regulatory requirements Prepare and submit timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to Group headquarters in Warsaw Actively participate in Group budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning cycles, providing reliable local financial inputs Perform variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) across key financial metrics and deliver clear, insightful commentary to Group management Build financial processes from scratch where they do not yet exist, ensuring full alignment with Group standards and best practices Review, improve, and standardize existing financial workflows, internal controls, and reporting procedures Lead the local rollout of financial systems and tools in collaboration with an external consulting partner, ensuring smooth implementation and adoption

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a finance, controlling, or accounting role within an international or multi-entity environment
• Solid knowledge of Portuguese accounting standards (SNC) and tax regulations; familiarity with IFRS is a strong advantage
• Experience with group reporting, consolidation packages, and working within headquarters-driven financial reporting frameworks
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar); experience in ERP implementation or migration is a plus
• Strong understanding of cost capitalization, intercompany re-invoicing, and project-based accounting
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement financial processes in a growing or early-stage organization
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; knowledge of Power BI or other BI/reporting tools is a plus
• Fluent English (daily communication with Warsaw HQ); fluent Portuguese is required
• A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach - ready to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in the renewable energy sector or project-driven industries (infrastructure, construction, real estate development)
• Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience working with external consulting firms on finance transformation or system implementation projects

We offer

• A key role with real impact in a fast-growing international renewable energy company
• High level of autonomy and ownership of the local finance function
• Direct exposure to Group management and strategic decision-making processes
• Opportunity to build financial processes and systems from the ground up
• Collaboration with experienced teams across multiple European markets
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibilities
• Professional growth in a dynamic, international environment
• Flexible working arrangements and a modern workplace culture