This role involves preparing VAT returns, cashflow forecasts, and financial reports for a growing energy transition business. The Finance Manager will support statutory reporting, budgeting, and project cost analysis while collaborating across the team.
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About your role:
This role is ideal for a newly ACA-qualified finance professional looking to make their first move from a medium-sized accountancy practice into industry. Reporting to the Business Finance Officer, you will take on a broad, hands-on Finance Manager role in a growing business at the heart of the UK energy transition.
It would suit someone who has gained useful exposure in practice to areas such as reporting, audit, controls and financial analysis, and is ready to build on that experience in a commercial setting. The role is broad and varied, working across TI, our joint ventures and projects, with exposure to areas including VAT, cashflow forecasting, treasury and liquidity reporting, project reporting, reforecasting and budgeting.
Our hybrid approach supports work-life balance while creating opportunities for colleagues to collaborate and learn together. For most roles, this means working from our London office two days per week.
Preparing VAT returns and supporting statutory and external reporting.
Preparing cashflow forecasts, treasury and liquidity reporting.
Maintaining the fixed asset register and posting depreciation entries.
Producing management, project and cost reporting, including variance analysis.
Supporting quarterly reforecasting and annual budget preparation.
Reporting purchase order commitments and timesheet information once implemented.
Working with colleagues across the business to provide clear, practical financial information.
What we’re looking for:
ACA qualified.
Experience gained in a medium-sized accountancy practice.
Likely to be looking for a first move into industry after training in practice.
Skills and strengths:
Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
Able to prioritise effectively and work to deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Confident building relationships across the business.
Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Xledger or a similar finance system would be an advantage.
Our values:
We are looking for someone who will help bring our company values to life:
We are EXCELLENT at what we do
We are COMMITTED and ensure we deliver
We are CHALLENGING of the status quo
We are SUPPORTIVE of each other
About Transmission Investment:
Founded in 2011, Transmission Investment manages one of the largest offshore electricity transmission portfolios globally, connecting over 4,000MW of offshore wind from eleven GB wind farms. Our team of over 60 experts specialises in project development, engineering, regulation, construction, asset management, finance, and mergers & acquisitions.
In addition to the development of the 700MW interconnector (LirIC) between Northern Ireland and Scotland, we are currently managing a synchronous compensator at Blackhillock, Scotland. We also aim to participate in competitive onshore transmission auctions (CATO).
Why Join Us:
At Transmission Investment, we pride ourselves on our positive and friendly culture, fostering a can-do attitude and dedication throughout the team. Employee wellbeing is at the heart of our business, and we offer numerous benefits to support personal and professional growth. We invest continuously in employee training and development and are rated ‘Silver’ by Investor in People.
Recognised as a Great Place to Work® in the UK in 2021, we also won two awards in 2022 for wellbeing and as a top small workplace.
Join our team and be part of a company that values your growth and wellbeing!
Recruitment Process
We believe in being transparent about how we recruit, so here's what you can expect:
A note on our recruitment timeline
As a small team, some of our colleagues are taking a well-deserved summer break, which means our recruitment process may take a little longer than usual during August. We will be reviewing applications throughout August, with interviews for the Finance Manager expected to take place in September.
If you do not hear from us immediately, please don't be concerned. We carefully review every application and will contact all candidates by email to confirm the outcome of their application, regardless of the result. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this period.
Our recruitment process
1. Application review
2. Initial phone conversation
3. Microsoft Teams interview
4. Final stage (role-dependent, may be in person)
From time to time, we may also include additional stages, such as skills-based assessments. If this applies, we'll let you know in advance.
Diversity Policy
Transmission Investment Services Ltd is committed to an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We hire based on merit and strive to ensure a fair, open, and supportive recruitment process - from flexible working to reasonable adjustments - ensuring every candidate can perform at their best.
If you require adjustments for the interview such as flexible scheduling, additional time, materials in accessible formats or support from an interpreter or support person please let us know when arranging your interview so we can ensure your needs are fully accommodated.
Company information
Transmission Investment is a prominent independent transmission business in the UK, focusing on the development, acquisition, and management of utility infrastructure projects. With over a decade of experience, the company specializes in competitive electricity transmission, including offshore wind transmission, interconnectors, and onshore transmission.The company offers a wide range of services that encompass all aspects of utility infrastructure projects. These services include project origination, development, engineering, financing, construction, and asset management. Transmission Investment is dedicated to identifying and executing new project opportunities while ensuring effective management of assets post-construction.Recognized for its positive company culture, Transmission Investment Services Limited is noted as a Great Place To Work, reflecting a supportive environment for employees. The company emphasizes building strong partnerships with investors and industry stakeholders, positioning itself as a key player in the UK's energy infrastructure sector.
