Group Finance Manager in Edinburgh

Our client is an international developer of projects within the rapidly expanding offshore wind industry. The company has the objective of developing a global portfolio of innovative joint venture and wholly owned projects within the emerging deep water offshore wind market. The business operates globally and is a true employer of choice, their people are their most important asset, absolutely integral to their success. With a fantastic working culture, an enviable range of benefits and a flexible hybrid working pattern, this is an attractive opportunity.

The Opportunity

• Reporting to the Head of Finance, this key role will manage the overall financial activities of the Group, including reporting, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Develop the Group's financial strategy in conjunction with shareholders to achieve the strategic objectives of the business.
• Work closely with project joint venture partners to develop efficient financial processes within JV companies and maximise project value.
• Lead financial reporting, ensuring accurate and timely month end, quarter end and year end results with clear analysis and commentary.
• Maintain good relationships with JV partners and ensure they receive timely financial information from projects.
• Manage UK and international tax advisors and ensure tax compliance of group.
• Lead and co-ordinate the audit process for all entities, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors and ensuring timely audit outcomes.
• Oversee cashflow and treasury activities, monitoring working capital and supporting financial risk management.
• Support Finance Leads on design and management of the month end process.
• Interface with project teams to ensure finance department is providing project support.
• Develop overall corporate budgets and business plan by working with projects and shareholders.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements and statutory regulations.
• Drive processes and system improvements, enhancing efficiency, automation and the quality of financial information.
• Follow all company policies and procedures and actively support the continual improvement of the business management system (BMS) to ensure the goals and commitments of our HSEQS policy are consistently met.

Background and Experience

• Significant experience in a leadership role.
• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CA or equivalent).
• Experience working in a fast paced and busy finance function.
• Highly proficient in Excel and Xero.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

• Flexible hybrid working: work from home or the office to fit in with your circumstances to seamlessly balance your professional and personal life.
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI).
• Pension: A 10% non-contributory pension, plus the ability to contribute up to 15% via salary sacrifice.
• Professional Support: Professional memberships annually and offer tax return support.
• Time Off: 35 days holiday, plus the ability to buy 5 extra days and carry over 5 days.
• Sickness pay: 6 weeks full pay + 6 weeks half pay.
• Life assurance: 3x salary.
• Group income protection: from week 13.
• Lifestyle Benefits: Tastecard, NetVet (pet-related perks), will writing, cycle-to-work scheme, and Tusker for up to two cars via salary sacrifice.
• Discretionary Bonus.

Next Steps

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Jane Grant at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE: Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available. You must also be a fully qualified Accountant.