Finance Director | London, UK

Cameron Kennedy; London; Remote; GBP 231,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Finance Director responsible for strategic financial leadership in the energy sector. This urgent role focuses on overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing stakeholder engagement. The position requires a qualified accountant with experience in the energy or utilities sectors and offers a competitive salary for a 12-month commitment, with home-based flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role in energy/infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of district heating and energy markets.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies for district heating projects.
• Provide financial oversight and manage cash flow for energy projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and secure project funding.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Urgent Opportunity: Finance Director (Energy) – Immediate Start North London

12 month commitment

£128 per hour/ £230,400 p/annum

Are you a financial leader with a passion for the energy sector? We are seeking an experienced Finance Directorto join our team and drive financial excellence across our district heating and energy operations. This is a critical and urgent role—your expertise will directly support our ambitious growth and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Financial Leadership in Energy

• Develop and execute robust financial strategies to support our district heating and wider energy initiatives.
  
  
• Provide financial oversight for all energy projects, ensuring effective budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
  
  
• Advise the Board and senior management on financial risks, opportunities, and sector-specific strategic decisions.
  
  

2. Energy-Focused Financial Operations

• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with energy industry regulations and standards.
  
  
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and funding for current and future energy projects.
  
  
• Ensure timely billing, revenue recognition, and cost recovery for district heating operations.
  
  

3. Stakeholder Engagement in the Energy Sector

• Collaborate with investors, regulators, auditors, and local authorities to secure project funding and capital investment.
  
  
• Serve as the financial point of contact for all energy-related projects and partnerships.
  
  
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key energy sector partners.
  
  

4. Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and manage financial risks related to energy pricing, contracts, and infrastructure investments.
  
  
• Ensure full compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting obligations specific to the UK energy sector.
  
  
• Monitor and mitigate exposure to energy market fluctuations and related financial impacts.
  
  

5. Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Enhance financial processes and reporting systems to support efficient and accurate energy operations.
  
  
• Provide financial guidance to operational teams, ensuring alignment with strategic energy objectives.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO, or senior financial leader within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
  
  
• Deep understanding of district heating, energy markets, and sector-specific financial challenges.
  
  
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  
  
• Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, forecasting, and risk management for energy projects.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory and compliance requirements in the energy sector.
  
  
• Experience with project financing and capital investment for large-scale energy infrastructure.
  
  
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with actionable insight for the energy sector.
  
  
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
  
  
• Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and in a dynamic, evolving environment.
  
  
• High integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
  
  

Contract Details

• Duration:Fixed-term (12 months, subject to review)
  
  
• Location:Home-based, with occasional travel to operational sites
  
  
• Compensation:Competitive day rate or salary, commensurate with experience
  
  

This is an urgent requirement—immediate availability is highly desirable.
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the energy sector, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join our mission for a sustainable energy future!

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