Project Finance Manager – Services - LATAM

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description:

Role Overview

This position reports to the Finance Director, Service Americas and is responsible for managing and tracking all commercial and financial aspects of service contracts across the LATAM subregion. The role will be based in Chile and will support service activities throughout Latin America. This includes driving financial and accounting compliance and oversight (budget, review of contract actuals, P&L forecast and cash forecast), ensuring adherence to commercial contract terms, executing financial and operational internal controls, driving and managing customer contract changes and supplier claims, and maintaining operational excellence. The position requires interfacing with many internal stakeholders as well as with customers, suppliers, and outside contractors across the LATAM subregion.

This role requires a background in accounting & finance, including contract administration.

Key Responsibilities

As the Commercial Project Manager for LATAM Service contracts, you will:

• Work closely with LATAM Service Managers and Field Service Engineers to provide timely transparency around project performance against budget

• Ensure accurate project forecasts (P&L and Cash Flow),

• Incorporate known risks and opportunities

• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting guidelines

• Ensure adherence to SOX controls

• Ensure adherence to commercial terms and conditions and highlight associated risks

• Manage maintenance subcontractors and other suppliers to maintain project delivery timeline and quality; including provision of equipment, material and services needed to properly maintain the customers' assets and fullfil contractual obligations.

• Organize project reviews throughout the life of each contract

• Drive to improve project performance through change orders and supplier claims

• Review, verify and process project related transactions (purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, etc.)

• Prepare, review and submit customers’ invoices

• Generate project status reports and summaries

• Understand and manage applicable tax, invoicing, and statutory requirements across Chile and other LATAM jurisdictions

• Track, evaluate and work to mitigate contract penalties such as performance guarantees and liquidated damages for availability and performance shortfall.

• Work to continuously improve project execution processes

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or finance; Chilean accounting, tax, or finance experience preferred

• 5-10 years of financially managing large projects and service contracts, preferably in the energy sector, including scopes of engineering, procurement and construction and long-term services

• Advanced understanding of project accounting methods

• Advanced understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions

• Advanced understanding of project risk management requirements in the areas of insurance, securities, guarantees, liquidated damages, etc.

• Experience developing processes & effective project rhythms

• Good working knowledge of project related activities

• Experienced in the use of NetSuite or similar systems

• Strong background in using MS Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Fluency in Spanish and English required; Portuguese language skills are a plus

• Demonstrated ability to interact with executive management

• Expected potential global travel and limited domestic

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

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Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.