Job Description

I'm delighted to partner on a retained basis to recruit a part-time Financial Controller for Beaverbook Energy. This role will lead the financial reporting, governance, and MSA control for Gladsmuir Resource Recovery Ltd (GRRL), an Energy from Waste Plant. This includes ensuring the plant's O&M contracts, plans and budgets are delivered in accordance with the needs of the business.
The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Budgeting: Leading the annual business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, aligning financial goals with overall business objectives.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Preparing and presenting accurate monthly financial statements and Board Pack, using data analysis to provide actionable insights.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and accounting standards (e.g., FRS, GAAP), implementing robust internal controls, and managing financial risks.
• Cash Flow Management: Maintain and oversee weekly and monthly working capital and cash flow to ensure the company can meet its obligations. Take lead in reporting cash position and risks to investors and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Acting as a strategic partner and point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, investors, customers and suppliers.
• Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing the finance team to foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Implementation & Governance: Leading the implementation and ongoing governance of MSA, ensuring contractual compliance and value delivery.
• Pricing & Cost Allocation: Negotiating, structuring, and challenging cost allocation models for services defined within the MSA and O&M contracts.
• Performance Tracking: Developing and delivering performance dashboards for relevant KPI's and standard financial reporting on P&L , Cash and Balance sheet to the board with appropriate commentary. Monthly O&M performance reporting to the board working closely with the General Manager. Participate in formal monthly reviews with the O&M provider and challenge costs and adherence to budget.

Financial Controller - Part TimeMarket Leading Manufacturing Business
The successful candidate will likely have the following profile:

• Significant experience in financial management, analysis, and a track record of leadership are essential.
• Experience in managing complex contracts or projects is highly valued for the O&M / MSA focus.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial software (e.g., ERP systems, Sage, Xero) and advanced skills in data analysis tools like Microsoft Excel are required.
• Qualified accountant CA / CIMA / ACCA minimumSoft Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills (both written and oral), leadership capabilities, and attention to detail are crucial.

Beaverbrook Energy controls the Gladsmuir Resource Facility in Lanark. They are a forward-thinking provider of sustainable energy solutions, committed to powering communities and businesses with innovation, reliability, and responsibility. They specialise in delivering high-quality energy services that balance environmental stewardship with economic growth.
This role offers a competitive salary between 80,000-90,000 plus benefits.

Skills Required