Great Britain's electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.

We are looking for a Programme Finance Manager to join the Future System Operator (FSO) team within National Grid ESO on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

The Electricity System Operator (ESO) will be at the heart of a new Future System Operator (FSO), focussed on driving net zero and delivering consumer value with a whole energy system mindset. The FSO is a transformational programme, in two parts, Transition, working with National Grid Plc to separate the ESO business ready to become the FSO and Transformation setting up the new organisation, both elements will be operating in parallel and at pace to ensure that the FSO is set up for success.

You’ll be a part of an exciting programme supporting the Finance workstream and will provide comprehensive financial support to the overall FSO programme. You’ll design, build, and implementing the Finance back-office functions of the Future System Operator and support with the overall programme finances. You’ll drive the financial forecasting of the separation of the ESO, design and implement new costing structures for the FSO business post separation, complete Ofgem returns for the FSO costs, and perform month end financial tasks for the programme. You will work alongside the other workstreams including Transitional Service Agreements (TSAs) and contracts providing support and ensure all programme costs are kept up to date.

This role will be based in Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.

About You:

What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to recruit experts in their field. In this case, you’re a Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) with strong cost modelling, project accounting and management accounting experience. You’ve experience of planning, forecasting, and budgeting across a variety of large-scale projects. You’re an influencer, who can manage multiple stakeholders and can support commercial decisions with relevant financial information.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What You'll Get:

£55,000 – £65,000k per annum - dependent on experience.

Plus:

Up to 15% Annual Bonus (based on personal and company performance)
28 days annual leave, plus eight statutory days in addition
The option to buy additional or sell holiday days every year
A generous contributory pension scheme - we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%
Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
Life Insurance 10 x base salary.
Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
Access to apps which support health, fitness, and wellbeing.

More Information:

This role closes on 13 June 2023; however, we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. Interviews will be held w/c 19 June onwards.

At National Grid ESO, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value, and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, treated, and able to reach their full potential.

About Us:

At National Grid ESO, our mission is to meet the challenges of the future and deliver cleaner, affordable electricity. We constantly strive to do this better by using technology and innovation to transform the way we work.

As you may have seen the Government and Ofgem have asked the ESO to take on new roles and responsibilities to help deliver net-zero.

Becoming the Energy Future System Operator is a critical step to help deliver a reliable and clean energy transition for all. The ESO, including all of its existing roles, will be at the heart of the new Future System Operator, taking on additional roles with a whole energy system mindset to drive progress towards net zero while maintaining energy security and minimising costs for consumers.

The new organisation will be set up as a public corporation with operational independence from government – bringing parties together to support optimised decision making and action. As now, it will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem but funded by consumers through price control agreements. It is anticipated that the new organisation will be up and running by or in 2024.

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