Finance Manager

Envision Energy; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global renewable energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Finance Manager to lead daily financial operations, budgeting, and compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in finance or related fields and at least 10 years of finance or accounting experience, ideally in industrial equipment or renewable energy. Key skills include financial reporting, tax compliance, and proficiency with ERP systems. A fluent English speaker with excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills will excel in this mid-senior level position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Experience in industrial equipment or renewable energy is highly preferred.
• Solid grasp of local accounting standards and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Manage cash flow and financing arrangements.
• Establish effective internal controls and financial procedures.
• Act as a key finance business partner.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields

CPA, ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

SAP or similar

Job description

• Oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable/receivable, cash flow management, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local accounting standards and group reporting requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to headquarters and management.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process.
• Monitor budget execution, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Support business planning for wind turbine sales projects and after-sales services.

3. Tax & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations, including VAT, Corporate Income Tax, withholding taxes, and local filings.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Support tax planning and assess tax impacts of sales contracts, importation of equipment, and intercompany transactions.
• Provide financial support for wind turbine sales projects, including pricing analysis, margin control, and contract review.
• Support financial evaluation of customer payment terms, guarantees, and credit risk.
• Monitor project revenue recognition and cost allocation.

5. Cash & Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow, bank relationships, and financing arrangements.
• Oversee foreign currency transactions and FX risk related to imports and cross‑border payments.
• Support intercompany settlements and financing structures within the group.

6. Internal Control & Process Improvement

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.
• Improve financial processes and systems to support business growth.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and group financial standards.

7. Team & Stakeholder Management

• Manage and develop local finance staff (if applicable).
• Act as a key finance business partner to sales, operations, and management teams.
• Communicate effectively with headquarters, auditors, banks, and authorities.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is a strong plus.

2. Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Experience in industrial equipment, renewable energy, EPC, or project‑based sales is highly preferred.
• Solid experience with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting.
• Experience in multinational companies and cross‑border transactions is a strong advantage.

3. Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, and internal controls.
• Good understanding of equipment sales, imports, and services.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred.

4. Language Skills

• Fluent in English and local language (both written and spoken).
• Mandarin Chinese is a plus but not required.

5. Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High sense of responsibility, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast‑growing business environment.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Machinery Manufacturing