Director, IT Finance Transformation

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

 

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THIS POSTION

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days in office) in Arlington, VA

Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Finance Transformation to lead and support our transformation initiatives and future finance process excellence. This role will be pivotal in driving the integration and optimization of our financial process, performance, and systems with a strong focus scalability for hyper growth.  This role has program and project management responsibilities across IT and Finance. Additionally responsible for leading audit activities within the functional pillar.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

 

Process Improvement:

·       Analyze existing financial processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains.

·       Implement best practices and standardized procedures to enhance financial reporting and compliance.

Leadership & Strategy:

·       Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for Finance transformation for SAP and other systems, aligning with organizational goals.

·       Lead and mentor a team of IT and Finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

Project Management:

·       Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of Finance transformation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

·       Manage stakeholder communication and engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

System Integration & Optimization:

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess current financial systems and identify areas for improvement.

·       Ensure seamless integration of SAP Finance with other enterprise systems

Training & Support:

·       Develop and deliver training programs for finance staff on new systems and processes.

·       Establish a support framework for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting of Finance systems.

Data Governance:

·       Ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements across all financial systems.

·       Implement robust data governance practices to support accurate reporting and decision-making.

·       Working with external audit team, ensuring compliance.

Preferred Skills: