Financial Controller; m​/f​/d – Operations

Financial Controller (m/f/d) – Operations
VORN Bioenergy is a leading biomethane producer and project developer, with over 40 biogas projects delivered in Germany and beyond, including Europe’s first biomethane plant in 2006. We have delivered biomethane plant development, construction, management, and optimisation across a 130+ MW project portfolio in six European markets and has an additional 90+ MW additional development pipeline. We’re continuing to grow our project portfolio, expanding into new markets across Europe.

Working at VORN means being an active part of the green energy transition. Join us our mission to unlock the potential of biomethane across Europe and beyond.
To strengthen our team at VORN Bioenergy Italia s.r.l. in Bolzano or Verona, we are now looking for you as Financial Controller (m/f/d) with Focus on Operations
Your tasks

Overall Financial Responsibility

Full responsibility for accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial
management of the production sites in Italy and Germany
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with local, corporate, and external requirements
Responsibility for monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in cooperation with Local and Group Accounting
Loan management and reporting to lenders according to project finance agreement

Group Reporting & Corporate Requirements

Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, reporting standards, and deadlines
Act as the main interface between the production sites and central/group finance functions
Implementation and monitoring of group finance guidelines and reporting requirements at plant level
Close collaboration with central finance functions and other stakeholders

Controlling & Business Partnering

Analysis of production, cost, and performance KPIs
Transparent financial reporting and decision support for the Plant General Manager
Identification of financial risks and opportunities and development of actionable recommendations
Support investment decisions (Cap Ex), business cases, and profitability analyses

Governance, Compliance & Process Excellence

Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and financial governance standards
Point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and internal audits
Continuous improvement and standardization of financial processes at the plant
Support operational and transformation projects within the production environment

Your Profile

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field
Several years of relevant experience (ideally in an industrial or energy environment)
Strong expertise in accounting, controlling, and cost accounting, including Italian GAAP and IFRS
Experience in group reporting and shared service structures
Analytical, hands‑on, and business‑oriented mindset with a high level of ownership
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently
Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central) and MS Office
Fluent in Italian and English;
German is a plus
Willingness to travel to production sites (on a quarterly basis)

What We Offer

A key financial role with significant responsibility and direct impact on plant performance
Close partnership with the Plant General Manager and the VORN Operational Management
High degree of autonomy in shaping and developing the finance setup at the site
Dynamic industrial environment with complex production processes
A modern working environment, with the option of remote working
Opportunities for continuous professional development

Diversity and Equal Opportunity
We promote diversity and equality and therefore welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of nationality, ethnic, cultural or social background, gender, religion/belief, disability, age or sexual identity.
We look forward to your application!
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