Financial Controller

at  Valda Energy

US AND OUR CULTURE.

Valda Energy is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy supplier based in Bicester, committed to driving business success through smart, reliable energy solutions. Established in 2019 by industry experts, we bring together a diverse combination of talent to foster continuous sustainable growth. We challenge the existing marketplace with our leading, tech-driven, and customer-focused approach. Our passion for innovation and dedication to exceptional service sets us apart.
At Valda Energy, we live by our core values: communicate, collaborate, own it, embrace change, and put the customer first. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and evolving culture. From introducing new benefits to offering structured training opportunities and hosting frequent social events, we ensure our employees thrive.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Appropriate accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), Ideally both industry and practice experience with broad and current knowledge of accounting principles
• Experience leading a finance function within a SME and be able to attract, motivate and retain the best talent
• Strong process and controls mindset and experience of key control frameworks
• Comfortable interpreting and scrutinising complex financial data and able to perform/review financial modelling
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, able to provide insightful analysis, and challenge to develop broader thinking and strategy
• Demonstrate with confidence the ability to make tough decisions in line with our values, able to show resilience and critical thinking through change and ambiguity
• Excellent communicator with strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels
• A continuous improvement mindset with experience of implementing new-systems and processes
  If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for. We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team on joinus@valdaenergy.co

The Financial Controller will work closely with the CFO to prepare, develop, and analyse key financial information to aid the decision-making process within the business as we scale up. You will lead the day to day management of both Finance Operations and Financial Reporting.
As a member of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with all departments across the business, building effective relationships and providing a best-in-class service across, financial control, processes and systems.
The role is broad, so you’ll need to be comfortable working on financial competencies, leading people and developing the reporting requirements.