Head of Finance

This 12-month maternity cover is an excellent opportunity to manage and oversee the entire finance operation for this joint venture.

The Role:

As Head of Finance you will be responsible for the financial, management and project accounting for EDF Energy Renewables (EDF ER). This will include reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, compliance and payables functions for all companies managed by EDF ER.

This is a role which will manage a team of 8 - 9 people in different geographical locations; extensive liaison with stakeholders within and outside EDF ER, and with third parties; and a significant element of hands-on work.

The Person:

You will have a strong knowledge of financial accounting, preferably from a renewables or energy background. An analytical and commercial outlook is essential, along with the ability to understand the key financial and other implications of a project or scenario, all the connections between different areas of activity, and their impact on each other.

You will have the gravitas and capability to work successfully with multiple shareholders and stakeholders and you will demonstrate excellent communication, relationship building and influencing skills. You are likely to hold a finance qualification (ACA preferred), or demonstrate knowledge to the same level. People management and development skills are also essential.

The Company:

EDF Energy Renewables is a 50/50 joint venture between EDF Energy and EDF Energies Nouvelles. EDF ER has the task of delivering the Shareholders' strategic renewable energy objectives in theUK. Hence, EDF ER is responsible for developing, constructing, and operating the shareholders renewable assets in theUK.

EDF ER currently operates 300MW (21 wind farms), and an additional 224MW of wind farms which are currently in construction, including the 62MW Teesside offshore wind farm.

In addition, EDF ER has developed a large portfolio which can deliver between 50 and 100 MW a year from 2012 onwards. To complement its business, EDF ER seeks opportunities of securing new acquisitions of projects or portfolios capable of delivering growth and value to its Shareholders.

Salary: . Date posted: 10/03/2013