Group Financial Controller

Job Description Are you an accomplished finance leader looking to shape the strategic direction of a growing renewable energy business? This is an opportunity to lead a critical function at the heart of EDF power solutions UK & Ireland, driving financial excellence, governance and transformation while supporting ambitious growth plans. At EDF power solutions, we're shaping an Electric UK and Ireland.

As we continue to expand our renewable energy portfolio and invest in the transition to net zero, Finance plays a pivotal role in enabling sustainable growth, informed decision-making and long-term value creation. As our Group Financial Controller, you will be a key member of the Finance leadership team and a trusted partner to the Chief Financial Officer, Executive Team and shareholders.

Leading the central Financial Control function, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the business, ensuring robust governance, high-quality reporting and financial insight that supports business performance and future growth. The Opportunity As Group Financial Controller, you will have overall accountability for financial reporting, statutory compliance, financial control, consolidation and planning processes across EDF power solutions UK & Ireland. Operating at the highest levels of the organisation, you will work closely with Executive leaders, Business Unit Finance teams, shareholders and external auditors, influencing key business decisions and supporting the delivery of our strategic objectives.

This is also a unique opportunity to help shape the future of our Finance function. As the business continues to grow in scale and complexity, you will lead the evolution of financial systems, controls and reporting frameworks, driving continuous improvement and strengthening governance across the organisation.  You will play a key role in building a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and professional development, while ensuring Finance remains equipped to support the business's long-term ambitions.

Alongside a competitive salary, annual bonus opportunity and market-leading benefits package, you'll benefit from our Flexible First approach to work. This role can be based from our offices in Edinburgh, Durham or London, with hybrid working arrangements that support both collaboration and flexibility. Why EDF power solutions? We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change, shaping an Electric UK and Ireland.

Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all. With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we’re the UK & Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy – and we’d love you to help us get there.

Who You Are We are looking for an exceptional finance leader with a proven track record of operating in complex, growth-oriented organisations. Combining outstanding technical expertise with strategic insight and commercial judgement, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance and supporting key business decisions across EDF power solutions UK & Ireland. To be shortlisted, you need to offer… Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience leading financial control, consolidation, reporting and governance within a complex, multi-entity organisation.  

Deep technical expertise in UK GAAP, IFRS, statutory reporting and external audit management, with the ability to navigate complex accounting matters and evolving regulatory requirements.  Proven finance leader with a strong track record of…