Finance Director

Finance Director

Full-Time 80000 - 100000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
BELECTRIC

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial strategy and planning for a renewable energy company.
  • Company: BELECTRIC UK, a top player in solar energy solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, health cover, and flexible working arrangements.
  • Other info: Join a supportive, family-friendly workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of renewable energy while driving key business decisions.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience, preferably in energy or infrastructure.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.

Your Tasks

  • Financial Strategy & Planning: CEO’s go-to advisor for financial and commercial matters, implement financial strategies, oversee financial forecasting, budgeting and investment planning.
  • Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee cash flow and working capital, lead on finance projects.
  • Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor the accounting and finance team, act as a strategic partner to CEO and other department heads, communicate financial performance to the Board of Directors & parent company, manage relationships with external auditor to ensure compliance.
  • Risk Management, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs: Ensure compliance, implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks.
  • Business Growth & Investment Support: Assess financial viability of new renewable energy projects, mergers and acquisitions, manage relationships with financial institutions, investors and funding bodies, support transition to sustainable financial models.

Your profile

Are you a senior finance leader looking for your next move? Do you have experience in the renewable energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors? Or perhaps you're looking to bring your expertise into one of these high-growth industries.

BELECTRIC UK is looking for a Finance Director to lead a team of six while acting as the trusted commercial advisor the CEO relies on to drive key business decisions. You’ll lead a high-performing finance function and play a pivotal role in delivering the company's growth ambitions. Ready to shape the future of renewable energy?

What We’re Looking For

  • A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with proven experience at FD or senior finance leadership level, preferably in the energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
  • Experience working within high-growth, entrepreneurial or evolving environments.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. MS Dynamics 365) and financial reporting tools.
  • Ability to balance local operations with international corporate policies.
  • Experience working within an international corporate structure.
  • Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking capability.
  • A hands-on approach with the ability to build and improve processes.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • The confidence to challenge, influence and support senior teams.
  • High level of integrity and capable of leading a full finance function and partnering directly with a CEO.

Who we are

BELECTRIC Solar Ltd. was established in the UK in 2010 and has grown to become one of the leading system integrators as well as EPC and O&M service providers in the United Kingdom. It is part of Belectric GmBH who are one of the world’s leading solar energy companies. We are proud members of the Elevion Group and thus have a financially strong parent company at our side.

This development has largely been a result of longevity, quality, and commitment to delivering customised solutions. Utilities, energy companies, developers, investment funds and banks across the country turn to BELECTRIC UK to deliver technical excellence in a consultative and clear manner – from early-stage development right through to operating stage. Our customers can rely on our UK team to deliver turnkey projects to the highest quality. In addition to providing operations and maintenance to all projects that we build, we are onboarding third-party projects to our O&M portfolio. We provide the full range of electrical maintenance and site services in-house to ensure that technical performance is translated into financial returns for our customers.

What we offer

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus
  • Full health cover and 4 x life cover
  • Up to 6% employer pension contributions
  • 25 days holiday (plus public and bank holidays)
  • Top tier IT equipment
  • Perkbox account – company benefits scheme
  • Supportive, family-friendly workplace with enhanced leave and flexible working arrangements
  • Employee Assistance Program

Finance Director employer: BELECTRIC

BELECTRIC Solar Ltd. UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability. As a Finance Director, you will not only lead a talented finance team but also play a pivotal role in shaping the future of renewable energy, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters creativity and strategic thinking, making it an ideal place for those passionate about driving impactful change in the energy sector.

BELECTRIC

Contact Details:

BELECTRIC Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Finance Director

Financial Strategy & Planning
Financial Management & Reporting
Leadership & Team Management
Risk Management
Compliance & Regulatory Affairs
Business Growth & Investment Support
Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)