Virya Energy

Financial Controller Hydrogen

Virya Energy Brabant, Walloon Region, Belgium
Virya Energy

Financial Controller Hydrogen

Virya Energy Brabant, Walloon Region, Belgium
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Job Description

Combining the expertise and strength of key actors in the sustainable energy sector, Virya Energy activities span the entire energy value chain from green energy generation to its distribution.

Through its entities, Virya Energy is active and invests in the fields of: wind and solar energy, sustainable hydrogen development, energy distribution and services for the energy industry.

Virya Energy is looking for a Financial Controller to join its Finance Team and offers a unique opportunity to work in the field of sustainable hydrogen.

As Financial Controller you will be the finance responsible for multiple sustainable hydrogen projects under development or under construction and for the Virya H2 services company that provides services to these projects.

You will:

  • Coordinate the entire financial process (treasury, accounting, audit, reporting, financial planning, etc.) related to the Virya H2 services company and related to sustainable hydrogen projects. You will do this in close cooperation with accounting & tax colleagues/partners.
  • Create and maintain complex financial models for sustainable hydrogen projects under development or under construction
  • Provide timely advise, including scenario, sensitivity and impact testing to ensure key financial and tax aspects are covered and to support strategic decision making
  • Work closely with and act as first finance contact for cross-function teams, including project management, engineering and commercial teams, to understand project parameters and inputs to ensure accurate management of financial aspects of the projects
  • Lead the entire financial planning and reporting process over the development & construction lifetime and monitor the actual spendings for multiple projects
  • Be responsible for financial reports and presentations towards different stakeholders (Steerco, management team, board of directors, banks, shareholders, internal departments…)
  • Be responsible for the cash management of the Virya H2 services company and the projects, including optimization of the capital contribution structure of the projects
  • Develop bankable financial models that provide insights to support investment opportunities, valuation for acquisition/divestments and discussions for project financing
  • Support discussions with external clients, banks and subsidy providers to facilitate decision making from a project perspective
  • Take a roll as project coordinator for a wide variety of financial projects. This may include for example implementing a new software package, setting up a new way of reporting or investigating and working on potential investment or acquisition opportunities
  • Participate and contribute to continuously improving reporting, controlling and planning processes


Job requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the energy industry or in a related field
  • Master's degree in finance, economics, or a related field
  • Proactive attitude and focused on taking ownership and responsibility
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial and technical data and analysis
  • Broad financial knowledge and expertise that allows you to coordinate the entire financial process, including project coordination and coordination with accounting and audit colleagues
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment with cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and at least a basic knowledge of Dutch


We offer:

  • A job in the booming industry of renewable energy
  • Autonomy in the role, the opportunity to work on different projects in a changing and challenging work environment
  • The possibility to develop both your personal and professional skills
  • You will work from our offices in Braine L' Alleud
  • An attractive remuneration based on your skills and achievements and an interesting package of extra-legal benefits, company car incl.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Accounting/Auditing and Finance

  • Industries

    Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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