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Financial Controller, Super Homes Electric Ireland

 
 
Vacancy Number:  25021
Finance
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

 

 

Position description

 

At Electric Ireland Superhomes we empower our customers to achieve warmer, healthier, low-carbon homes. Our purpose is guiding Irish homeowners through the home energy retrofit process to deliver on Ireland’s climate action targets. 

Through our One-Stop-Shop we offer professional services through design and oversight of whole house energy efficiency solutions. Electric Ireland Superhomes offers a fulfilling career in a future-focused industry, particularly for those interested in supporting Ireland’s energy transition.

 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial and commercial activities within the company. This includes but is not limited to financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, risk management and regulatory compliance

 

 

Key responsibilities:

 

  • Preparation of financial projections, budgets and accounts for the Company  
  • Prepare and control the Annual Budget & Business Plan and oversee the general financial performance of the company. 
  • Manage and monitor the financial control framework (including purchasing procedures), ensuring compliance with relevant Company policies and procedures. 
  • Optimise the revenue and margins from the business by actively managing the product pricing and margin secured while optimising the cost of the business. 
  • Challenge and support the business to optimise the balance between delivery of products and margin secured
  • Management of cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs and potential investment opportunities.
  • Manage finance facilities, including the compliance with contractual obligations of the company and act as the designated liaison with the banks (AIB & EIB) and shareholder loan providers. 
  • Provision of regular financial reports and accounts to management, banks, shareholders (for consolidation purposes) and Company Board. Financial reports to include but not limited to:
  • Manage the efficient financial grant claims, processing, and payment of grants to homeowners 
  • Manage any recruitment, training and management of finance, procurement and commercial staff. 
  • Provide guidance and support to the Managing Director at Company Board meetings and on commercial and contractual issues. 
  • Manage the preparation and updating of the company Risk Register
  • Develop and nurture internal and external relationships with all key stakeholders. 
  • Liaise with the company’s auditors and understand the impact of accounting issues on the company’s financial model. 

 

 

Experience & Qualifications 

 

Essential 

 

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree
  • Professional Accountancy Qualification with minimum 10+  years PQE
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Board, Shareholders, SEAI and EIB.
  • Ability to think strategically and creatively, with a strong focus on results. 
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyse data and make informed decisions. 
  • Proactive approach to problem identification and problem solving designed to ensure budgets are met

 

 

Location

  

Electric Ireland Superhomes head office is based in Thurles. This role will be a blend of office based and remote working.

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual. 

 

 

Reporting To

 

Dual reporting line – Manager Superhomes and Senior Manager Customer Solutions  Finance Business Partner

 

 

Why Work with Us? 

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 

  • Progressive, hybrid working model 

  • Career development through mentoring and training  

  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 

  • Sports and Social Clubs 

  • Networking opportunities 

  • Credit Union 

  • Generous Pension 

  • Access to staff well-being programmes 

  • Generous parental leave entitlements 

  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture  

  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion  

  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

 

Salary 

 

€80,000 - €94,000 depening on experience

 


Closing Date 

 

2nd May 2024

 

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie 

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie  

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

 

 

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