Deputy Head of Finance (f/m/d)

Workload: 100%

Axpo UK's business is growing and it requires additional support on the Finance/Tax/Controlling side from an experienced professional, who will be supporting the finance team in their controlling, budgeting, reporting and treasury activities.

If you want to have the opportunity to work for the Swiss renewable energy leader, help its business growth in the UK, and support the UK green agenda, then this role is designed for you!

What you will do

• Conduct budgeting and forecasting, as well as financial analysis to support decision-making
• Work with the Head of Finance on the management of statutory and group reporting for all UK companies
• Manage the relationship with external auditors and play a key role in the complex annual external and internal audit requirements
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as banks, government bodies, grids etc.
• Work with the finance team on ensuring financial controls are upheld including balance sheet integrity, IFRS to Performance Bridge and other controls
• Assist the Head of Finance with tax reporting requirements
• Work and advise the front office team on reporting requirements when reviewing new business activities
• Preparation of regulatory returns and RFIs (request for information) from the UK Authorities (e.g. FCA, Ofgem, BEIS, National Statistics)
• Ad-hoc assistance to Head of Finance & Operations on all aspects of Finance & Operations

What you bring & who you are

• You have a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, as well as CIMA and/or ACCA certification
• You possess strong knowledge of accounting, controlling, budgeting, treasury, IFRS and UK reporting requirements
• Prior understanding and experience in commodities is considered an advantage
• You have a practical knowledge of MS Office programs, in particular MS Excel and Power Point
• You are have strong communication and analytical skills
• You are fluent in English
  

About the team

Axpo thrives to nurture an entrepreneurial and innovation-driven culture that empowers you to develop and implement your own ideas and solutions. We offer an international and team-oriented environment where you can benefit from the company’s know-how of the energy business, and expand further your expertise.