Head of Financial Reporting

Head of Financial Reporting Would you like to join our award-winning Finance team on a dynamic journey, helping protect our planet for future generations? The Opportunity We’re excited to announce that we have created a new role of Head of Financial Reporting , based at our Blackburn Head Office. In this role. In this role, you will report to the FD. You will co-ordinate the production of the financial data in accordance with the business needs and you will be responsible for the results you produce. This needs to be produced in a timely and high-quality manner for the purpose of reporting, planning and control of the business processes including group and statutory reporting, technical compliance, audit and stakeholder management and financial controls and process improvement. This is an opportunity to shape the reporting function, drive best practice, and play a key role in supporting the strategic direction of the business. Who we are At Vital Energi, we\’re not just delivering low-carbon energy solutions, we\’re building a sustainable future. We\’re passionate about creating innovative solutions that will leave a positive impact for generations to come. Protecting our planet for future generations is our purpose, our why! Join us and be part of the movement that\’s shaping a cleaner, greener world! Key Accountabilities: 1. Group & Statutory Reporting * Lead the preparation and delivery of the Group Consolidated Financial Statements (Half-Year and Full-Year) in compliance with UK GAAP (FRS 102) * Oversee the end-to-end production of all individual statutory accounts for all subsidiaries * Manage the Group consolidation process, ensuring intercompany eliminations and complex multi-entity reporting is accurate and timely * Prepare detailed financial reports, commentaries, and supporting papers for the Board of Directors and Audit Committee 2. Technical Accounting & Compliance * Act as the company\’s internal technical accounting expert, providing authoritative guidance on complex treatments (e.g., financial instruments, capitalisation) * Monitor and lead the implementation of new accounting standards (e.g., IFRS 16) and updates to UK GAAP, ensuring full compliance and documented policy changes * Maintain and update the Group Accounting Policy Manual to ensure consistency and best practice across all entities. * Support the FD and CFO in ensuring compliance with all debt covenants and financial disclosures to Nordic Bond Trustees 3. Audit and Stakeholder Management * Support the FD with the external audit process, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors to ensure a smooth, efficient, and timely completion of the annual audit cycle * Manage the preparation of comprehensive audit files and promptly address all audit queries * Manage the relationship with external advisors on complex matters such as tax, treasury, and valuation. 4. Financial Controls and Process Improvement * Ensure a strong internal control environment is maintained across all financial reporting processes * Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives within the financial reporting function to increase efficiency and accuracy (e.g., leveraging ERP systems) * Oversee the maintenance and integrity of the General Ledger and the overall financial chart of accounts 5. Leadership and Development * Promote a culture of rigour, accuracy, and continuous professional development within the team * Collaborate effectively with the FC, Head of Financial Operations and Commercial Finance teams to ensure alignment between internal and external reporting The Person We’re looking for a confident and driven leader who can combine technical expertise with a proactive, hands-on approach: * Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience. * Practice background essential * Experience of working within a PLC environment is highly desirable * Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards. * Proven ability to improve processes and add value through insight. Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply. The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you