Company Overview Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK's Clean Energy Future. At GBE, we're not just building an energy company - we're shaping the future of the UK’s energy landscape. Our mission is clear: drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor and owner of renewable projects. Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies and increases public ownership. We focus on innovation, sustainability and impact, working on projects that matter from large‑scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives. Joining GBE means purpose‑driven work, career growth and collaboration and flexibility with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment. If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you.
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Job Details Job Title:
Head of Finance
Location:
Aberdeen
Reporting to:
CFO
Number of Roles Available:
1
About The Role Great British Energy is looking for a Head of Finance to join our GBE Local Directorate Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives and wider organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop GBE’s annual budget and in‑year forecasts, and work with CFO and Director of Strategy on multi‑year business plan
Provide high‑quality financial reporting and insight to the Executive Team, Board and Committees to support decision‑making
Create a positive control environment, developing a mature organisational approach to risk and a robust approach to counter fraud, anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption within the organisation
Ensure compliance with Managing Public Money, and own key finance policies including delegations, expenditure approval, accounting policies and financial procedures
Support the development and review of investment papers and business cases, including financial modelling, affordability, value‑for‑money and accounting implications
Ensure effective monthly close and control routines, including reconciliations, balance‑sheet substantiation and management review
Advise on the accounting treatment of transactions under IFRS and the FReM, including classification, measurement and disclosure
Prepare or oversee inputs into GBE’s Annual Report and Accounts, including primary statements, notes and supporting working papers
Ensure compliance with Companies Act, public sector reporting and shareholder reporting requirements, including disclosures relating to governance, remuneration and financial instruments
Shape and start to build the company's financial operating model including systems, processes and structures
Build and lead a high‑performing finance team, setting clear objectives, developing capability and embedding a culture of accountability and professionalism
Qualifications And Experience Essential
A full financial qualification (CCAB, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)
Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within the public sector with expert knowledge of central government public finance management principles, Managing Public Money, and the role of the Accounting Officers
Expertise in building and developing finance functions, teams and systems, including shared services
Excellent advisory skills, capable of providing robust, impartial advice to senior stakeholders at pace
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced and changing organisation
Experienced in creating a positive control environment, ensuring funds are used as intended and that internal and external financial reporting meets high standards
Desirable
Experience in strategic planning, budgeting and financial modelling
Knowledge of working across various financial domains (Financial Control, FP&A, etc)
Experience of investment related projects
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
High attention to detail combined with a strategic mindset
Personal Qualities
Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision‑making and is willing to challenge constructively
Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
Resilient and resourceful in a fast‑paced environment
What We Offer
Competitive base salary
Performance‑related bonus scheme
Excellent pension scheme
4x salary life assurance
Group income protection
38 days annual leave
Flexible working arrangements
Ongoing professional development and training
Supportive, inclusive working environment
How to Apply For further information please contact:
Pearse O'Brien Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist
Application Close Date: 25th May 2026
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