Description
General purpose:
Founded in 2003, Zenergi set out to simplify energy procurement, empowering organisations to make smarter, more sustainable choices, whilst also offering solutions to help organisations comply better and use better with their energy needs.
The Group Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing financial operations for the company, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, compliance and strategic financial management. The position also safeguards the finances and financial obligations of the business, adhering to financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Oversight: Oversee all financial aspects of the organization, ensuring compliance with shareholder, lender and any external authorities requirements and met within stated deadlines
Month End Ownership: Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial close of ledgers for all group companies. This includes preparing balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring correct cost and revenue recognition.
Management Reporting: Develop management information reports to meet the needs of the business and produce regular management reports for executive review.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual overhead budgets and quarterly VAT returns, providing insights for financial planning and decision-making Cost Control: Ensure the correct systems and processes are in place to enhance tight cost controls across the organisation
Audit Lead: Lead a successful and timely audit, ensuring no material adjustments, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards
Team Collaboration: Develop collaborative relationships with executive board members and other directors to ensure that financial information needs are met across the organization
Systems Maintenance: Oversee our financial systems and strategy to optimize our performance and accuracy
Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop finance leaders within the organization, fostering career growth and driving continuous improvement in financial processes
Deputy for CFO where appropriate This is an exciting time to be joining Zenergi and we are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is ready to get involved, challenge the status quo and grow with us as a company.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
Relevant accounting qualification
Minimum of 3-5 years working in a comparable role
Excellent understanding of technical accounting standards
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Authority at all levels of the organization
Desirable
Experience in a similar industry
Audit experience
Experience of complex revenue recognition
Benefits
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton
Working hours: 09:00 – 17:00 with half hour lunch break
Salary: Competitive
Benefits
o Some of these include: 25 days paid holiday, Pension scheme current minimum contributions are 4% Employer 5% Employee, Perkbox, Birthday day off and salary sacrifice electric car scheme.
o Regular Personal Development Plan (PDP) meetings with your line manager and supported CPD opportunities
Zenergi, are a utilities & environmental consultancy aiming to make a positive difference in the world of energy in a simple, sustainable & achievable manner. One that can help cut through the confusion, free you from the stresses of managing bills, chasing payments & validating with the option to help improve sustainability & carbon reduction for your business. We have helped make a difference to 4500 customers which includes educational facilities, care groups, local authorities & housing associations across the United Kingdom.