Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations and has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.
We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match
The Finance Manager UK will provide operational and technical finance leadership across the UK business, with responsibility for financial reporting, control, treasury and governance. Reporting to the Head of Finance UK—who retains overall finance leadership and senior strategic accountability—the role will also support business initiatives, decision-making and continuous improvement.
Job Description- Lead financial reporting and control, including month-end, quarter-end and year-end close, balance-sheet governance, reconciliations and segment analysis.
- Coordinate external audit and statutory reporting requirements.
- Prepare financial reporting, analysis and presentations for the UK Board of Directors.
- Oversee treasury and liquidity across the UK legal-entity portfolio, including bonds, guarantees and related financial obligations.
- Manage the governance of a subsidiary Pension Scheme, working with trustees, advisers and other stakeholders.
- Support business-performance reporting, financial decision-making and strategic initiatives led by the Head of Finance UK.
- Work across the UK finance team and collaborate across the wider Europe Finance organisation to strengthen processes, consistency and financial governance.
- A recognised professional accounting qualification - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. These qualifications provide relevant pathways across financial reporting, audit, financial management and business strategy.
- Strong technical accounting, financial reporting and control expertise, together with experience of statutory reporting, audit and treasury.
- Experience managing liquidity, balance-sheet integrity and financial obligations within a complex or multi-entity organisation.
- Proven people-leadership capability and a commitment to developing high-performing teams.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to work with senior leaders, boards, trustees, advisers and cross-functional colleagues.
- Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to combine operational delivery with support for strategic and process-improvement initiatives.
- Experience in the energy sector or another complex international business would be advantageous.
- A responsible, collaborative and impact-focused approach aligned with Statkraft’s values.
A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:
- An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
- Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
- A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
- A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
- Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
- Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
- Hybrid working
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.
Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.
Skills Required
- Recognised professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
- Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, and financial control expertise.
- Experience with statutory reporting, audit, and treasury.
- Experience managing liquidity, balance-sheet integrity, and financial obligations within a complex or multi-entity organization.
- Proven people-leadership capability and commitment to developing high-performing teams.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, including confidence working with senior leaders, boards, trustees, advisers, and cross-functional colleagues.
- Sound judgment, attention to detail, and ability to combine operational delivery with strategic and process-improvement support.
- Experience in the energy sector or another complex international business.
- Eligibility for security clearance and authorisation.
What We Do
Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, gas-fired power and supplies district heating. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations. Statkraft has over 5,300 employees in 21 countries.
