Sr Associate, Controlling - Long-Term Strategic Planning

RWE Clean Energy, LLCTo start as soon as possible, full time, permanentFunctional area: Finance / ControllingRemuneration: ExemptAt RWE Clean Energy (RWECE), the Strategic Planning team is responsible for the ongoing preparation and delivery of the company’s long term business plan and capital plan. This involves shaping the company’s overall business strategy, developing strategic plans and assessing company performance by region and technology, as well as conducting research and data analysis to inform business decisions. Working as a strategic partner and trusted advisor with the business, Controlling evaluates improvement measures, actively gives recommendations / appropriate challenge, and business decision support.Responsibilities:• Support in planning and preparation of the annual capital allocation and long-term budget which includes working with various stakeholders to ensure timely, complete, accurate, high-quality reporting/planning and prepare materials for and support meetings with Senior Management• Lead the financial modelling for the annual capital allocation and long-term budget; Provide various financial reporting and• Support in impairment reporting, forecasting and stress testing of the existing portfolio• Develop financial models for evaluating capital investments, and pricing sensitivity analyses• Coordination and teamwork: As a primary contact within the Controlling RWECE (FP&A) team, coordinate overarching topics and related financial impacts across the business• Management communication: Prepare materials for and support meetings with Senior Management and the Board for both regular reporting activities and special projects/topics• Continuous process improvement: Support proactive pursuit of best practices, processes, standardization and tools that drive gains in efficiency, automation, and quality• Ongoing initiatives, Integration and change management: Support company-wide top priorities and goals, special projects, and integration activities following recent organization structure change and acquisition• People and communication: Support growth and development of the team and how we work together locally and globally• Support of controlling processes and tools for new projects, including the establishment of projects, the establishment of companies involving accounting and IT support, if necessary• Other duties as assignedQualifications:• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business (required); Advanced degree is a plus, but not required• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Accounting, Controlling, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial or Management Consulting, or other Finance-related fields; Renewable energy and/or Accounting Big Four experience is a plus, but not required• Analytical and proactive problem-solver• Financial project and portfolio valuation knowledge• Strong Excel modelling proficiency• Self–starter, able to work independently and in a team environment• Works well in a fast-paced environment• Strong interpersonal skills, build cross-functional relationships• Continuously looks for process improvement• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with Senior Management• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts• Systems and tools: Excel (moderate to advanced), SAP (moderate), PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI, other system/tools experience is a plus• Working experience in energy industry and with renewable energy financial structures, including tax equity and financial modelling is a plus• Experience in long-term economic modelling is a plus• Experience working in a global organization is a plusPay range: The annual base salary range for this position in New York is $108,000 - $162,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 87642, application period: DD/MM/YYYY (add manually if requested).Any questions? Contact HR: Cole Riedl, , Contact Business: Leonardo Contreras,We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.