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Project Finance Controller

  • Location: South Shields
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted over 1 year ago

  • Sector: Renewables
  • Contact: Laura Smith
  • Contact Email: lsmith@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 0191 415 3300
  • Start Date: 12 April 2023
  • Expiry Date: 13 May 2023
  • Job Ref: V-38299

NRL are very proud to be working with a company taking a leading role in Energy Transition. 

Ask yourself: 

Do you want to work for a leading global company on a journey to net zero emissions? A company who are accelerating growth in renewables, embracing the need for change and new opportunities that lie within the transition of the global energy markets? 

Dogger Bank Offshore Wind Farm, the world’s largest offshore windfarm and being developed in 3 phases, is currently under construction and scheduled for start power generation in 2023. The wind farm is located some 100-150 nautical miles east of South Shields, covering a total area of over 1500km2. During the operations phase, maintenance of the wind farm will be conducted from 4 Service Operations Vessels (SOVs). The O&M Base including the warehouse for spare parts and consumables will be located at Port of Tyne, South Tyneside. 

For its offshore O&M organisation we are seeking to expand our team with a Commercial Finance Manager, who will be responsible for operating Dogger Bank A project finance and be closely involved in the business of the windfarm. 

Duties will include: 

  • Take on Commercial Finance responsibility & take over as Financial Operator of Dogger Bank A wind farm, and drive preparation for taking over as financial operator of Dogger Bank B and C. 

  • Proactively participate in all significant decisions affecting the business. Working as a Financial Controller you will carry out critical follow-up of all commercial and financial activity at every level. 

  • Support development and implementation of the asset strategy, challenge and support business decisions in the line. 

  • Operate the project’s finances, including updating financial models, covenant compliance and dialogue with lenders agents.  

  • Provide support to the two other Dogger Bank wind farms as project finance specialist in the operation of their project finances. 

  • Take on responsibility for cash flow and risk management, including assessing the need for hedging. 

  • Drive quality forecasting and all financial reporting for internal and external purposes for Dogger Bank A. 

  • Work as a member of the management committee for Dogger Bank wind farms and participate in the Board Meeting. 

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Who are we looking for: 

Some qualities are essential. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for: 

  • Degree or HND in finance or business 

  • Experience with supporting and leading a diverse and dynamic team. 

  • Fluent in English, proficient oral and written communications skills; with ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and support functions. 

  • Hands-on and proactive with a creative approach to problem solving 

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What is in it for you:  

  • Not just a job; a career, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you.     

  • Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan.     

  • Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That’s why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements.    

  • An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued.   

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About NRL

NRL connects global engineering companies with the right people to help their businesses grow and thrive, connecting organisations and candidates that share the same values and drive to succeed. As we progress your application our team of talented recruiters will be on hand to help you explore the role and answer any questions you have.

We welcome applications from every walk of life, and are committed to driving diversity and inclusion within the industries we support. That’s why our Member Committed to Diversity status with the Association of Professional Staffing Companies is so important to us.