Title: Senior Manager, Financial Planning and Performance - NESO
Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA
Division: NESO Financial Strategy
Job Type:
Requisition Number: 63856
Department: Finance
Job Function: Finance and Risk
About the role
National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) strength lies in our people. Together, we’re shaping the future where clean, affordable energy is accessible for all. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference, accelerating the progress of sustainable GB energy, keeping people connected and society thriving as we create a brighter tomorrow.
Reporting to the Head of Strategic Finance, the Financial Planning & Performance Senior Manager leads the co-ordination of internally and externally focused financial planning and reporting activities. It is responsible for setting and implementing the governance frameworks and timetables for these activities, and for providing planning, analysis, forecasts, and counsel to support long-term financial and business performance.
This role is based in Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.
Key accountabilities
* Owning and managing the overall financial planning process and governance required to approve each forecast/BP cycle with the business by:
* Setting appropriate timetables, scheduling review meetings, and ensuring delivery to agreed timescales and stakeholder requirements.
* Providing financial models and key overall assumptions for Finance and the business.
* Working closely with Finance and business teams to ensure the numbers are robust, and that any risks and opportunities are clearly captured and managed accordingly.
* Driving an agile and continuous improvement mentality to serving the customer.
* Supporting the monthly investment governance meetings and providing support to investment papers, highlighting where there are risks and opportunities from the business plan to ensure that the business can make informed decisions regarding which investments to sanction.
* Developing the planning and analysis capabilities of the team.
* Preparing monthly and quarterly management reporting, covering all internal and external stakeholders.
* Producing and presenting insightful financial and performance analysis, KPIs and insights to help the leadership team build a comprehensive understanding of business performance, and a clear view of progress against improvement initiatives, incentives and regulatory/budgetary targets.
* Undertaking analysis on key value drivers, enabling an improved understanding of NESO activity.
* Participating in strategic data analysis, research, and modelling for senior company leadership and producing ad-hoc strategic financial analysis or scenario modelling to support key business decisions.
* Managing the FP&A processes, systems and controls.
* Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
* Proactively building your own knowledge of the regulatory model NESO operates within, to facilitate the provision of guidance and advice to key stakeholders.
* Supporting NESO in its evolution to meet new requirements and operating in an agile way.
About you
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
* Degree in Finance or Accounting. A CPA is desirable.
* Strong experience in accounting and/or financial analysis. Experience in leading planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
* Experience working with multiple diverse stakeholders to drive financial planning processes.
* Good strategic and analytical thinking skills.
* Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Ability to synthesise large quantities of complex data into actionable information.
* Ability to work and effectively communicate with senior-level business partners.
* Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
* Knowledge of financial reporting and data mining tools such as SQL, Access, etc.
About what you'll get
A competitive salary between £80,000 - £85,000pa – dependent on capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a company car or allowance, a bonus of up to 20% of your salary for stretch performance, private medical insurance, 28 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.
About us
National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030.
So, join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy, our future, together.
About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)
In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.
NESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.
The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.
The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.
More information
This role closes on 21/02/2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
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