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.
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 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
Benefits
Competitive base salaryPerformance-related bonus schemeExcellent pension scheme4x salary life assuranceGroup income
Additional Information
Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: Aberdeen
Reporting to: CFO
Number of Roles Available: 1
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: Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition
* Career growth: Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment
* Collaboration and flexibility: Work 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.
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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