Group Consolidation and Financial Reporting Manager

About Low Carbon

Low Carbon creates renewable energy to fight climate change. We’re building a net-zero energy company that will power tomorrow and protect the planet for future generations.

Low Carbon was established in 2011 with one goal in mind: to make the biggest contribution possible in the fight against climate change. The aim is to play a key role in the historic effort to move the world to 100% renewable energy.

We are a long-standing certified B-Corporation, and recognised as gold standard for environmental impact. Low Carbon’s climate ambitions are to become one of the world’s first major net-zero energy companies and to have created 20GW of new renewable energy capacity by 2030.

Low Carbon has formed a strategic partnership with the Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) to build a leading global renewable energy Independent Power Producer. Low Carbon is committed to the development, investment and operation of renewable energy at scale. Low Carbon invests into both renewable energy developers and projects across a range of renewable energy technologies including solar PV, wind, energy storage, waste-to-energy and energy efficiency.

With a significant international renewable energy pipeline in development, Low Carbon is well-positioned to capitalise on opportunities as the need for renewable energy and energy security increases.

We are extremely proud of the highly professional and talented team at Low Carbon. We have built a positive learning culture that incorporates respect, trust, collaboration, and a shared passion to combat climate change. It is an open, friendly and supportive environment, and we are proud to say we work here. As we grow, we are committed to increasing diversity in the team, and continuing to foster an inclusive environment where we can learn from each other.

Low Carbon is on a mission. Together, we will power tomorrow.

Role Description

Reporting into the Head of Group Accounting and Reporting, the Group Consolidation and Reporting Manager will oversee and be responsible for the production of the Annual Report and monthly consolidation process. We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and a continuous improvement mindset, who will ensure robust financial controls and processes are in place, striving to improve the control environment and move towards best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight and responsibility for the annual statutory reporting process to drive the production of the consolidated Annual Report & Financial Statements for Group and subsidiaries (UK and overseas)
• Preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements and financial reporting under FRS 102, US GAAP and other local and in multiple currencies
• Review of sub-consolidations prepared by local and overseas accounting teams
• Assist with preparation of monthly / quarterly reports and board pack for the Executive Team and shareholders
• Assist the Senior Finance Team by providing information and analysis to support the accounting treatment and impact for investment and divestments
• Ongoing maintenance of consolidation entities and adjustments in the accounting system
• Management of Financial Statement preparation software
• Ongoing review of intercompany positions and reconciliations with regional accountants
• Preparation and delivery of training programs to finance and non-finance personnel in areas of complex accounting
• Liaise directly with auditors to respond to audit queries in a timely and accurate manner
• Producing regulatory reports and necessary disclosures
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance and preparation of internal documentation and memos
• Assist in implementation of new policies

Person Specification

• A friendly, approachable and professional manner
• An excellent communicator who builds trusted relationships with people at all levels
• Highly organised, great attention to detail and a focus on getting things done
• Have a ‘hands on’ approach, visible across the business with good communication and other interpersonal skills
• A confident communicator who can present complex financial information clearly and concisely
• A positive attitude and collaborative working style, able to give and receive constructive coaching
• Excellent time management skills, with a committed focus on accuracy and details
• A proactive mindset, keen to learn and take on new challenges
• Able to adapt to change and operate in a dynamic, fast-growing organisation
• Able to contribute insights and analysis for strategic discussion and decision making

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in finance reporting and consolidation
• Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)
• Technical accounting, analytical and mathematical skills
• Up to date knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101
• Experience of US GAAP benefit
• Adept at managing accounts for a large number of companies and delivering to deadlines
• Strong influencing and communication skills, comfortable presenting to senior management

Our Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus your birthday off (with option to buy a further 5 days)
• Discretionary Bonus
• Annual Bupa Health Check
• Private Healthcare for you and your family (medical history disregarded)
• Contributory Pension
• EV Car scheme
• Cycle scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Sodexo for commercial discounts and perks