Lead Gross Margin Accountant/Finance Business Partner

A superb Lead Gross Margin Accountant/Finance Business Partner role has arisen in a high growth 100% green energy supplier based in West London.

Client Details

Michael Page Finance are delighted to be partnering a hyper-growth 100% renewable Energy Retailer/Supplier.

The business was founded in 2015 and have grown considerable over the last three years. Headcount has grown from 160 to 500+ people and their aim is to provide 100% renewable energy to 1 million customers.

The business was founded and is based on providing a better customer experience. Currently they service 350 customers across the UK.

If you are passionate about the future and clean energy, this business will absolutely be for you.

As a result of growth they are looking for a Lead Gross Margin Accountant/Finance Business Partner.

Description

Working with the Head of FP&A, this role exists to lead on the analysis, accounting and commercial business partnering of Energy Revenue, Cost of Sale and Gross Margin Delivery.

Working as a key conduit between Accounting, FP&A, Commercial, Regulatory and Data Teams, this role will Business Partner and provide commercial insight and guidance for Target Setting and the delivery of gross margin targets and commercial goals, as well as supporting on regulatory submission. The ideal candidate will be able to work on a hybrid basis - 2 days per week in our Chiswick office.

• Lead in the analysis and accounting of Energy Revenue and Cost of Sales ensuring that the business has rigorous Gross Margin accounting practices embedded.
  * Business Partnering with Commercial, Regulatory and Data Teams for collaborative and quality inputs/outputs for forecasting and regulatory submissions and audits to Ofgem/DESNZ.
  * Lead on Customer Behaviour analysis in collaboration with Commercial teams for the production and monitoring of growth and portfolio dynamics.
  * Lead on the production of Customer Lifetime Value metrics, along with insight, commentary and decisions support for Commercial Strategy.
  * Work with the Data Team for the continuous improvement of Gross Margin data integrity, accuracy and granularity, ensuring the use of quality structured datasets to provide business insight and visibility.
  * Support the preparation of forecasts, target setting, budgets and 5-year plans, to include gathering inputs through engagement with the business, reporting draft and final outcomes and commentary.
  * Address ad hoc queries and decision support requests.
  * Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives and various projects within the FP&A function.

Profile

The successful candidate will have:

• 5 years experience working in Retail Energy Industry on Gross Margin
• 5 years modelling financial and non-financial data
• 3 years Lead FP&A Analyst experience in a complex industry
• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or equivalent with 5 years PQE
• High level of accounting competency and strong analytical skills
• Highly motivated - able to lead initiative and work as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong IT skills including Advance Excel and SQL (Big Query)
• Strong understanding of financial systems and processes

Job Offer

The Lead Gross Margin Accountant/Finance Business Partnerrole comes with a salary range of £81,000 - £99,000 per annum, plus a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, CPD budget, holiday allowance, pension and much more.

They also offer a smart approach to hybrid working with their focus on value add and partnering which typically means 1-2 days in the office per week.