Financial Controller

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Aberdeen

Reporting to: Finance Director/Head of Finance

Number of Roles Available: 1

Company Overview:

Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK’s Clean Energy Future.

At GBE, we’re not just building an energy company - we’re shaping the future of the UK’s energy landscape.

Our mission is clear:

Drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor, and owner of renewable projects

Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies, and increases public ownership

We focus on innovation, sustainability, and impact, working on projects that matter - from large-scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives

Joining GBE means

Purpose-driven work Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition

Career growth Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment

Collaboration and flexibility Work with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment

If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

About the Role:

Great British Energy is looking for a Financial Controller to join our GBE Central Finance Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of GBE’s financial policies, procedures, and internal control framework, ensuring alignment with HM Treasury, FReM and Managing Public Money requirements

Lead and deliver the Annual Report and Accounts (ARA), including preparation of financial statements, supporting notes, and working papers to audit standard

Act as a key contact for external auditors, responding to audit queries and ensuring timely provision of high‑quality supporting information

Lead the development and maintenance of accounting policies, ensuring transactions and investments are accurately recorded in accordance with IFRS/FReM and agreed treatments with DESNZ and HM Treasury

Execute and continuously improve month-end and year-end close processes, including journal preparation, accruals/prepayments, and variance analysis

Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate supporting evidence across all accounts

Oversee treasury and cash management activities, including monitoring cash balances, forecasting funding requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate recording of cash movements

Oversee he development and operation of cash management processes, including payment controls and reconciliation of bank accounts

Oversee the preparation of VAT returns and corporation tax computations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and HMRC requirements

Review VAT arrangements to determine the most appropriate VAT structure for GBE once it has a subsidiary organisation

Provide analytical support and financial insight on key areas such as non-current assets, investments, and working capital

Lead the development and implementation of counter-fraud controls and financial assurance processes

Provide financial advice and guidance to teams across GBE, supporting compliance with internal policies and government finance rules

Support continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting in a fast-paced start-up environment

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting standards (IFRS / FReM), including preparation of statutory accounts

Experience of working in a public sector organisation, ALB, or government environment, or demonstrable understanding of Managing Public Money and HM Treasury guidance

Proven experience in leading month-end processes, including journal preparation, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations

Experience leading external audits, including preparation of audit files and responding to auditor queries

Experienced in creating a positive control environment, ensuring funds are used as intended and that internal and external financial reporting meets high standards.

A full financial qualification (CCAB, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)

Personal Qualities:

Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively

Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact

Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships

Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working

Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary

Performance-related bonus scheme

Excellent pension scheme

4x salary life assurance

Group income protection

38 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development and training

Supportive, inclusive working environment

How to Apply:

For further information please contact:

Pearse O'Brien

Principle Sourcing Specialist

Pearse.OBrien@weareams.com

PSRpermapplications@weareams.com

Application Close Date:

4th August