Job Description
Your new role
As Senior Finance Controller, you will be responsible for the full remit of NEP's financial control and reporting framework, within a highly regulated incorporated joint venture. This is a pivotal role, akin to an FD position. The Senior Financial Controller will be a key face of Accounting, Reporting & Control to the Board, sub-committees, auditors, and other external stakeholders (such as OFGEM and DESNZ), driving both control and change in a fast-paced, innovative environment role will be part of an initially small Accounting, Reporting & Control team reporting directly to the Commercial Leadership Team.
Key responsibilities include:
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* Leading end-to-end monthly financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation.
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* Managing the statutory audit process and filing of the company's statutory financial statements, liaising with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders.
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* Designing and implementing robust internal controls and IFRS-compliant accounting policies.
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* Overseeing outsourced providers (accounting, payroll, tax & audit) to ensure delivery to contract and value for money.
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* Preparing key financial MI for the Board and Audit & Risk Committee.
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* Monitoring project financing, cash flow, and compliance with covenants.
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* Driving process improvements and establishing best practice across finance operations.
What you'll need to succeed
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* Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, CIMA or equivalent) with circa 10 years post-qualification experience.
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* Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, statutory reporting, and audit processes.
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* Gravitas to operate at Board and senior leadership level.
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* Hands-on approach with the ability to lead and grow a finance team.
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* Commercial acumen and experience in complex, regulated environments.
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* Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset, able to use initiative and commercial acumen to drive solutions.
What you'll get in return
Why Join NEP?
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* Be part of a groundbreaking project that will transform both the UK's energy landscape and the local Tees Valley community.
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* Shape the finance function of a pioneering carbon capture and storage project.
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* Work in a dynamic start-up environment with significant investment and growth plans.
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* Collaborate with industry leaders and government stakeholders.
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* Modern offices in central Darlington, close to the train station and with free on-site parking.
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* Flexible & hybrid working pattern