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Senior controls accountant

Washington (Tyne and Wear)
NRG
Controls accountant
Posted: 1 April
Offer description

Location: UK (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Industry: Large, complex organisation (public/regulated sector experience advantageous)


Are you an experienced financial professional who thrives in a fast‑moving, complex environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a large organisation undergoing significant financial development and play a key role in strengthening governance, controls, and financial management across the business.


We’re seeking a Senior Governance & Control Accountant to lead on robust financial reporting, strategic analysis, and the ongoing development of effective financial frameworks. This role would suit someone who is analytically minded, highly organised, and confident influencing stakeholders at all levels.


The Role

In this senior position, you will be responsible for:

* Delivering high‑quality monthly financial reporting, forecasts, and performance analysis.
* Providing expert insight to senior leaders, enabling effective decision‑making.
* Leading the preparation of year‑end accounts and coordinating audit requirements.
* Overseeing financial controls, governance processes, budgeting cycles, and cost improvement initiatives.
* Developing financial models, management information, and long‑term planning tools.
* Managing and refining financial systems, reporting structures, and chart of accounts.
* Ensuring the organisation maintains strong financial discipline, accurate coding, and effective treasury management.
* Supporting and mentoring junior finance team members.


About You

We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with:

* Post‑qualification experience in management accounting or financial control.
* Strong analytical capability and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
* Advanced Excel skills and confidence using multiple financial systems.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence non‑financial stakeholders.
* A structured, detail‑focused approach and the ability to manage shifting priorities.
* Experience in large, multi‑disciplinary organisations (regulated sector experience desirable).


What’s on Offer

* The opportunity to shape future financial strategy within a large organisation.
* Broad exposure to governance, financial planning, and leadership activity.
* A stable environment offering long‑term career development.
* Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package.


NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

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