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
* 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
* Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and financial modelling
* Knowledge of working across various financial domains i.e. (Financial Control, FP&A, etc)
* Experience of investments 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
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* 4x salary life assurance
* Group income protection
* 38 days annual leave
* Flexible working arrangements
* Ongoing professional development and training
* Supportive, inclusive working environment
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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