Finance Manager Asset Management Northern Europe Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Permanent Full Time

Renewable Energy Systems; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Client Lead to join their expanding Northern European Asset Management department. This role is pivotal in delivering financial support services for a diverse portfolio of renewable assets. You will supervise a dedicated team, manage complex financial tasks, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. With a strong emphasis on professional development, this company offers a supportive environment where your expertise will contribute to the growth of sustainable energy solutions. If you're a qualified accountant with a passion for renewables, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Flexible working

Private healthcare

Green travel discounts

Generous holiday allowances

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with 8+ years of experience in renewables or similar industry.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and proficiency in ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise preparation of management accounts and ensure quality.
• Act as primary contact for clients and manage financial obligations.
• Prepare reports for board meetings and ensure compliance.

Skills

IFRS

FRS 102

FRS 101

UK GAAP

Excel

ERP systems

Leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

IFS

Agresso

Business World

Job description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, driven by a vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We value our people highly, investing in their growth as we tackle some of the world's toughest problems. RES is a diverse, family-like organization committed to personal and professional development. We offer rewarding work, learning opportunities, and a range of benefits including pension schemes, flexible working, private healthcare, green travel discounts, generous holiday allowances, and volunteer days.

Job Purpose

The Northern European Asset Management department is expanding, focusing on delivering financial support services for renewable assets under Management Service Agreements (MSAs). The department manages over 180 companies across 17 clients and three regions, with a team of 37. This Client Lead role involves working alongside other leads, supervising management accountants, and ensuring high-quality service delivery for our growing portfolio.

The role entails managing a comprehensive range of financial tasks such as management accounts, cashflow forecasts, budgeting, compliance, financial statement preparation, and audit oversight. Maintaining a robust control environment and professional skepticism is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and review the team's preparation of management accounts, ensuring quality and clarity.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, managing issues, proposals, and escalations.
• Guide and train the team to meet financial obligations.
• Deliver cashflow forecasts, distribution calculations, and support budgeting processes.
• Prepare reports for board meetings and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Manage banking compliance, loan covenants, VAT returns, and oversee statutory accounts with the Audit Manager.
• Handle complex accounting matters, system improvements, and ERP system implementation.
• Maintain internal controls, manage company secretary records, and oversee onboarding of new MSAs.
• Participate in projects, reorganization, and strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and growth.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, FRS 102, FRS 101, UK GAAP.
• Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with 8+ years' experience, preferably in renewables or Big Four background.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (experience with IFS/Agresso/Business World is a plus).
• Ability to interpret contractual obligations and implement complex transactions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Minimum 8 years' experience in renewables or a similar industry.
• Experience in management accounting routines, handling multiple entities, and working with complex spreadsheets.

Additional duties may be assigned as needed. We celebrate diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.