Finance Director

Description:

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services. As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextracker.

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

Nextracker is currently hiring a Finance Director, Production Planning at our Fremont office.

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Financial Planning and Analysis partner to the Operations team
• Track project’s budgets and ensure the system of record (NetSuite) is updated
• Forecast projects’ revenue and cost
• Analyze and explain forecast to actuals variance
• Analyze and explain week to week budget variances
• Manage controls related to percentage of completion revenue recognition and project’s accruals
• Participate in month-end closing tasks, such as calculation of 606 entries, handling freight accruals, analyzing accounts, and proposing journal entries.\
• Work closely with Operations to find and propose cost improvement initiatives
• Maintain and improve processes and systems to support project budgeting and reporting
• Lead an international team, oversee their development, manage performance, and provide mentorship
• Advise divisional and financial management on all financial matters, with a focus on Project Profit & Loss (P&L)
   

Key Requirements
 

• Proven experience as a Director or above in leading a multicultural team, guiding teams to achieve success in forecasting and reporting.
• Over 15 years experience in infrastructure businesses with a focus on construction, preferably within the energy and/or solar industry.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees such as an MBA and certifications like CPA or CMA are preferred.
• Successful track record in large, multifunctional projects, collaborating closely with project management, commercial management, project controls, procurement, subcontracts, and legal teams.
• Proficient in using ERP systems like NetSuite, as well as budgeting tools such as Hyperion and Anaplan
• Highly skilled in advanced financial modeling and data mining using tools like Excel, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Possess excellent commercial acumen, organizational skills, and the capability to drive projects to completion. Hands-on approach to working across the organization is essential.
• Demonstrate strong abilities in engaging and influencing teams across a business, with proven leadership in multi-site organizations.
• Basic knowledge of ASC 606 and US GAAP and experience in POC revenue recognition implementation
• Bring critical experience in day-to-day financial operations, encompassing both technical and leadership aspects.