Finance Manager

Our client is a forward-thinking energy company driving innovation and sustainability across the industry. With a growing presence in both traditional and renewable energy markets, the business is seeking a commercially focused Finance Manager to support ongoing expansion and operational excellence.

Role Overview:
The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, delivering robust reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a sector that is at the heart of the global energy transition.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage month-end close and prepare accurate and timely management accounts

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across business units

Maintain and improve financial controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory and audit requirements

Liaise with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and challenge assumptions

Oversee cash flow forecasting and support working capital management

Contribute to investment appraisals, project finance support, and cost optimisation initiatives

Assist with external audit and statutory reporting processes

Support the implementation of financial systems and process improvements

Candidate Profile:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience

Background in the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors preferred

Proven ability to manage financial reporting, controls, and business partnering

Strong Excel skills and experience with finance systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment