Director of Finance – Cameron Kennedy

Urgent Opportunity: Finance Director (Energy) – Immediate StartNorth London

12 month commitment

£128 per hour/ £230,400 p/annum

Are you a financial leader with a passion for the energy sector? We are seeking an experienced Finance Director to join our team and drive financial excellence across our district heating and energy operations. This is a critical and urgent role—your expertise will directly support our ambitious growth and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Financial Leadership in Energy

Develop and execute robust financial strategies to support our district heating and wider energy initiatives.

Provide financial oversight for all energy projects, ensuring effective budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Advise the Board and senior management on financial risks, opportunities, and sector-specific strategic decisions.

2. Energy-Focused Financial Operations
Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with energy industry regulations and standards.

Manage cash flow, working capital, and funding for current and future energy projects.

Ensure timely billing, revenue recognition, and cost recovery for district heating operations.

3. Stakeholder Engagement in the Energy Sector
Collaborate with investors, regulators, auditors, and local authorities to secure project funding and capital investment.

Serve as the financial point of contact for all energy-related projects and partnerships.

Foster strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key energy sector partners.

4. Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and manage financial risks related to energy pricing, contracts, and infrastructure investments.

Ensure full compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting obligations specific to the UK energy sector.

Monitor and mitigate exposure to energy market fluctuations and related financial impacts.

5. Team Leadership & Process Improvement
Enhance financial processes and reporting systems to support efficient and accurate energy operations.

Provide financial guidance to operational teams, ensuring alignment with strategic energy objectives.

Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO, or senior financial leader within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.

Deep understanding of district heating, energy markets, and sector-specific financial challenges.

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, forecasting, and risk management for energy projects.

Strong knowledge of UK regulatory and compliance requirements in the energy sector.

Experience with project financing and capital investment for large-scale energy infrastructure.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies
Strategic thinker with actionable insight for the energy sector.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and in a dynamic, evolving environment.

High integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Contract Details
Duration: Fixed-term (12 months, subject to review)

Location: Home-based, with occasional travel to operational sites

Compensation: Competitive day rate or salary, commensurate with experience

This is an urgent requirement—immediate availability is highly desirable.
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the energy sector, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join our mission for a sustainable energy future!