International Financial Controller

Company Description: Helios Energy is a renewable energy company with over 30 years of group experience in the Europe, Turkish and MENA markets, delivering more than 3.000 MW of engineered, procured, and constructed renewable projects. Established in Europe in 2022, Helios Energy focuses on affordable, secure, and sustainable solutions aligned with the European Union’s clean energy targets. The company has completed a 700 MWp ground-mounted solar power plant in Romania and manages over 400 MWp of ongoing projects across Europe. Helios Energy also delivers large-scale wind and BESS, including a 210 MW wind power plant and 1GWh+ battery storages. The organization is actively expanding its presence in European market, offering growth opportunities for professionals in international renewable energy finance and operations.

Role Description: We are seeking a high-caliber International Financial Controller to oversee, audit, and approve the accounting records, reconciliations, and tax filings of our international subsidiaries. Reporting directly to the Deputy General Manager , this strategic role acts as the primary gatekeeper of our global financial operations. The ideal candidate will establish seamless oversight by coordinating directly with our outsourced accounting partners in various countries.

The International Financial Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Bucharest, Romania. This role oversees financial reporting and controlling activities for Helios Energy’s international operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial statements for multiple entities and jurisdictions. The role also involves improving internal controls, optimizing reporting systems, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to financial planning for new markets and projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight & Compliance: Continuously review, audit, and approve accounting entries, general ledgers, trial balances, and statutory tax returns of international entities.
• Reconciliations: Oversee and verify regular intercompany and bank reconciliations to ensure 100% accuracy across all global accounts.
• Partner Management: Act as the main point of contact and bridge between the headquarters and international outsourced accounting/tax partners.
• Direct Reporting: Analyze financial data, detect discrepancies, and provide timely, direct financial health reports to the General Manager.
• Audit Readiness: Ensure all international books are fully compliant with local regulations and prepared for year-end global consolidated audits.

Qualifications:

• Strong foundation in Finance and Accounting, with demonstrated experience in international or multi-entity environments.
• Big 4 or Equivalent Experience: A strong and proven background in PwC, EY, Deloitte, or KPMG (Audit or Tax lines) is strictly required.
• Proficiency in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, including consolidation, IFRS or other international standards, and statutory reporting.
• Advanced Analytical Skills, including financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP and financial software, MS Excel and reporting tools, and data-driven decision-making.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CFA) are an advantage.
• Knowledge of European regulatory and tax environments; experience in the energy or infrastructure sector is beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Romanian or other European languages are a plus.
• Ability to work on-site in Bucharest, manage cross-border stakeholders, and handle complex projects with attention to detail and integrity.