Head of Finance - Transactions - Midlands

Role overview

An energy-sector business focused on project development and asset ownership is looking for a senior finance specialist to strengthen its finance and accounting capability. The organisation is expanding a pipeline of energy projects that contribute to the shift toward a lower-carbon power system, and this position will play a key part in both finance operations and project development work.

What you will do

• Shape and drive the funding approach, while managing relationships with investors, lenders, and strategic partners. You will also help structure and negotiate development joint development agreements and joint ventures.
• Build, review, and challenge financial models and valuations for development projects, and provide financial input into commercial negotiations and route-to-market decisions.
• Examine JV management accounts and shareholder reporting critically, and work with majority shareholders and asset managers on assumptions, expenditure, and performance.
• Take responsibility for SPV and group-level financial management, including intercompany arrangements such as equity, shareholder loans, and fees, while keeping cash and liquidity visibility across both SPVs and the wider group.
• Oversee accounting, audit, tax, and statutory reporting, maintain strong controls and governance, and prepare reporting for the board and investors.
• Lead liquidity forecasting for the group and SPVs, manage budgeting and reforecasting, supervise development spend and capital allocation, and support decisions on project prioritisation.
• Work closely with the CEO on business strategy and expansion, contributing to portfolio mix, exit timing, and partnership choices.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience in energy, or a similar sector, with exposure to project development structuring and finance being a strong advantage.
• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a closely related discipline.
• A chartered, certified, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Hands-on experience in deals or transactions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.

Additional information

The role is based in Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland and is a full-time onsite position. The business is in growth mode and is seeking someone who can contribute at a senior level across finance, governance, and project development.

About the opportunity

This is a chance to join a company actively shaping energy projects that support the transition to a lower-carbon electricity system. The position combines strategic finance, transaction support, and hands-on oversight of accounting and reporting across the group and its project entities.