My client is an energy supplier, and I am seeking an experienced candidate with a strong background in accounting and finance (qualified or part qual ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Experience within Utilities business would be advantageous
You will be required to oversee and manage capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX) projects. This is a stand-alone role which requires the candidate to effectively coordinate and lead financial planning, reporting, and performance management activities.
This role is based in Norfolk and day rate is £300 - £350 - you will be required to be in office 5 days a week - there is also travel to Scotland once a month and travel/accommodation for this will be fully expensed.
This is a 6 month contract with the possibility of going permanent.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide effective supervision and management of CAPEX self-delivery planning, ensuring seamless coordination between portfolio planning, operations planning, and operational teams.
- Utilise company tools and systems - PowerBI and a proficiency in Excel
- Deliver monthly reports to the CAPEX Delivery Manager,
- Oversee and supervise financial CAPEX/OPEX performance, raising staff engagement and talent development.
- A utility background is desirable but not essential.
- Change Management: Develop and manage change management processes for CAPEX self-delivery, working closely with site teams and engineering contractors to develop scopes and designs.
- Collaboration and business partnering across various teams and stakeholders to provide comprehensive financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis for capital works projects.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Relevant accounting qualification (part qual also considered)
- Proficiency in using computer-based planning tools, work scheduling systems, and desktop software packages - (PowerBI and Excel)
- Finance background is desired and experience within a utility background
- Supervision and management of CAPEX projects, ensuring seamless coordination between portfolio planning, operations planning, and operational teams.
- Relevant accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA, part qual also considered)
- Experience within a utilities business would be advantageous
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and engineering standards
If you experience issues applying or would like to discuss more regarding this role, please send your CV to I look forward to discussing your application!