Ventient Energy

Main Function & Scope

To support decision making across the business through preparation, analysis and review of financial models and financial modelling tools for a range of different propositions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support the quarterly submission of company Net Asset Value (NAV) models and return to JP Morgan key stakeholders. Ensure NAV reporting adheres to best practice protocols and maintain the integrity of the model
2. Support the maintenance of the valuation opportunities and risks register and work with the business and Executive Team to recognise these in the NAV at the appropriate point and value
   
3. Ensure compliance with Senior Lender requirements, including the semi-annual submission of operating financial models. Track and report on relevant banking covenants
4. Partner with the Performance Improvement Engineers & Asset Management Team to assess the financial viability of various projects designed to improve the operational performance of the portfolio and overall asset life 
5. Support the business by way of independent review of financial analysis and business partnering. This will include building ad-hoc financial models for other areas and teams as needed (e.g. energy markets, operations, procurement, facilities, other)
6. Provide modelling and excel support to the finance team and coach / share knowledge with colleagues
7. Support preparation of the annual budget
8. Support the Corporate Development team with the appraisal and valuation of potential M&A targets

Competencies & Behaviours

Essential

• Willing to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements
• Great attention to detail
• Strong communicator, excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team player, with a solutions-based attitude
• Comfortable liaising with senior management within and outside the business

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent analytical and numeric skills
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Commercial understanding of project finance and large infrastructure projects

Relevant Experience

Essential

• Experience of designing, building, populating and evaluating financial models
• A good grasp of valuation analysis, M&A workstreams and operational models
• Experience of working in corporate finance or transaction services is preferable

Desirable

• Experience in project financing
• Experience in renewables/energy
  

Education & Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Finance/Accounting
• An accounting qualification (CA/ACA) is preferred
  

Software Programmes

• Microsoft Office Suite

Travel Requirements 

• Infrequent Travel in UK and Europe