As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognised, family‑owned investment group, we benefit from long‑term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.
By the end of 2024, our operational and under‑construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts—a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast‑moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.
In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.
At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.
YOUR MISSIONS
Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller Europe and working closely with the Country Manager and the Asset owners, the Senior Finance Controller serves as the key finance business partner for Voltalia UK, providing both strategic and operational financial support across all local entities.
The role is responsible for overseeing the financial performance, governance and compliance of renewable energy assets and development projects throughout their lifecycle. This includes financial planning and analysis, reporting, cash flow and financing management, statutory and tax compliance, and supporting business decision‑making to maximise value creation and sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the primary finance business partner to Asset Owners, Development Managers and Country Management, providing financial insight and challenge to support operational and strategic decisions.
* Monitor and analyse the financial performance of assets and development projects, including CAPEX, OPEX, profitability, cash flow, business plans and key performance indicators.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis processes, ensuring accurate financial planning and performance monitoring.
* Oversee financing activities, including debt monitoring, covenant compliance, lender reporting, dividend distributions and support for project financing and investment transactions.
* Manage cash flow, working capital and funding requirements across operating, development and construction activities.
* Review project pipelines and investment assumptions to ensure compliance with Group policies, capitalisation criteria and asset activation requirements.
* Coordinate monthly closings under local GAAP and IFRS, including accruals, provisions and analytical reviews, working closely with Group Accounting and Consolidation and external service providers.
* Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, regulatory and internal control requirements, coordinating with Tax, Treasury and external advisors as required.
* Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
* Prepare management reporting, business reviews and financial analyses, highlighting key risks, opportunities and recommendations.
* Ensure adherence to Group policies, reporting standards and governance requirements across all entities within scope.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
* 8–10 years' experience in Financial Controlling, FP&A, Project Finance or Corporate Finance within an international environment.
* Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities or project‑based industries is highly desirable.
* Strong business partnering skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and support strategic decision‑making.
* Solid expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, project finance, cash flow management and investment appraisal.
* Strong knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, IFRS and audit processes.
* Understanding of tax compliance and corporate governance requirements.
* Experience with consolidation and reporting tools; OneStream and Microsoft F&O knowledge would be an advantage.
* Fluent English is essential; additional European languages would be an asset.
KEY SKILLS
* Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
* Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Location: Required presence of 2 days a week in our Stonehouse office (to be discussed).
Starting date: Between July and September.
REFERENCE
2026-2722
LOCATION
United Kingdom, Stonehouse (Bristol Area)
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