Job Description
Financial Controller
At ENGIE, we accelerate the energy transition by building the infrastructure that powers a sustainable future. We are looking for a Financial Controller to join ENGIE Renewable Gases UK and take ownership of financial leadership across our growing portfolio of renewable energy assets.
This is your opportunity to combine strategic influence, transformation delivery, and operational excellence in a role with real visibility and clear progression. You will partner closely with the Finance Director and senior stakeholders while leading a major SAP S/4HANA implementation that will shape how we work for years to come.
What You'll Do
- Own financial control and reporting across management, group, and statutory reporting for a portfolio of infrastructure assets
- Lead finance engagement in the SAP S/4HANA transformation (Project GET), acting as Controlling Super Key User across design, testing, and go-live
- Oversee outputs from shared service finance teams, reviewing, challenging, and approving all financials to ensure a true and fair view
- Act as the key contact for external auditors and lead statutory reporting oversight with robust technical judgement
- Own the internal control environment, lead the annual INCOME campaign, and support Board and Audit Committee governance
- Manage relationships with UK shared services and ENGIE's Global Business Unit finance team, ensuring high-quality delivery
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning while deputising for the Finance Director when required
What You Bring
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with post-qualification experience
- Proven track record in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
- Experience working within a Group or shared services environment
- Strong understanding of UK statutory reporting, audit, and technical accounting
- Experience with ERP or finance transformation programmes; SAP experience is desirable
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels
- A proactive, solution-driven mindset with the confidence to lead in a complex matrix organisation
What We Offer
- A competitive salary package reflecting the seniority and strategic importance of this role
- Clear career progression and leadership development within a global energy organisation
- A diverse range of missions spanning financial control, transformation, governance, and business partnering
- Stimulating, high-impact work on complex infrastructure-backed projects at the forefront of the energy transition
- A collaborative and friendly work environment with supportive senior leadership
- Genuine flexibility and work-life balance through our hybrid working model
Our Commitment
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century!
ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants based on merit, skills, and business needs. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone belongs. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to support you in demonstrating your full potential.
