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Elgin Values
Core Behavioural Responsibilities For All Employees
Elgin Values
Core Behavioural Responsibilities For All Employees
Agility We Lead with Agility
Integrity We Act with Integrity
Excellence We Empower Excellence
Care We Value Care
Integration of our four core values into our employment processes and frameworks allows Elgin to recognise and respect individual employees for their personal contributions to their roles, their colleagues, stakeholders, and ultimately to the renewable energy sector. We see sustainability as every employee’s responsibility and weaving sustainable practices into our values is paramount to the culture we seek to create.
Job Description
We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Head of Finance to lead our financial operations and guide our company through its next phase of growth. As a key member of the leadership team, you will oversee financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting, while driving efficiency, managing risk, and ensuring sound financial decision-making across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about building strong teams, shaping financial strategy, and making a lasting impact.
Leadership
* Serve as a key member of the leadership team, driving strategic decision-making by delivering financial insight and analysis, and ensuring alignment with company KPIs and performance objectives.
M&A and Project Financing
* Lead due diligence processes in respect of M&A activity, ensuring seamless post-acquisition integration into existing operations.
* Collaborate with Tax to design and implement tax-efficient structures across multiple jurisdictions.
* Partner with the transactions and corporate finance teams to manage partnerships with financial institutions and investors.
Financial reporting and FP&A
* Manage the financial operations and reporting of the group, overseeing group audit requirements and ensuring compliance objectives are achieved.
* Collaborate with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure alignment with strategic corporate goals.
* Monitor financial performance, proactively identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Assist in the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial, operational, and regulatory risks across the group.
* Lead the Group Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring a comprehensive approach to the audit process and risk management structures.
* Maintain full compliance with UK and European financial regulations, tax obligations, and industry standards.
* Uphold strong internal controls, audit processes, and governance to safeguard financial integrity.
Stakeholder Relations & Investor Engagement
* Build and maintain strong investor relationships, ensuring transparent and timely communication and reporting.
* Lead the preparation and presentation of high-quality financial reports, investor Oversee financial integration and reporting for business expansion initiatives across Europe, ensuring consistency and compliance with group standards.
Team Leadership & Development
* Lead, and develop a high-performing finance team, cultivating a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
* Design and scale a best-in-class finance function to support Elgin’s growth trajectory and evolving business needs.
* Champion digital transformation by adopting and integrating advanced financial technologies to enhance efficiency, insight, and control.
Your profile
* ACA/ACCA preferred. Tax qualification (CTA/AITI member) a distinct advantage.
* Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a HoF or Senior Finance role.
* Proven experience developing and executing financial strategies in a high-growth environment.
* Knowledge of project financing, capital markets, and corporate transactions. Knowledge of the renewable energy sector is a distinct advantage.
* Strong understanding of UK and European regulatory frameworks, tax structures, and financial reporting requirements.
* Commercial acumen, with experience in process improvement, governance, and stakeholder management.
* A track record of leading financial teams, driving process improvements, and fostering innovation.
* Strong influencing, negotiation, and communication skills.
About Us
Elgin is a leading international solar & storage company, bringing projects from origination through development to energisation. The company has a portfolio of projects in late-stage development totaling 15GW+ across four key markets: the UK, Australia, Ireland and Germany.
Elgin Energy is an entrepreneurial business with a strong culture, pipeline, and future growth trajectory. The company has expanded internationally over the last 15 years with over 115 professionals located in its London, Dublin, Munich, Madrid and Sydney offices. Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets. Please visit our website to learn more; www.elgin.com or check out our LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/company/elgin-energy-limited/
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Sales
* Industries
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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