Group Reporting Lead - 12 month FTC (Mat cover)

Job Description

Octopus Energy started with a bold idea: to build Britain's first truly digital energy supplier. By combining world-class tech with brilliant humans who care deeply about customers and driving the renewable energy transition, we made it happen and in 2025, we became Britain's largest energy supplier. We now serve over 12 million customers globally, are present in over 30 countries and manage a ??7 billion portfolio of renewable energy assets.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual for a maternity cover position. This position offers a number of excellent opportunities, including a high-impact leadership role with genuine ownership, exposure to complex, group-level and international accounting matters, exposure to ESG reporting, and the chance to shape processes, controls, and policies through digital transformation as the business continues to scale globally. The successful candidate will also benefit from a collaborative, growth-focused environment and strong visibility with senior stakeholders and investors.

What you'll do

• Full ownership of the group's financial reporting, managing month-end, year-end, and statutory accounts as well as the consolidation process under IFRS
• Oversight of statutory accounts and filings across multiple entities
• Act as an internal consultant on all technical issues, providing guidance to divisional finance teams and advising stakeholders on the impact of any accounting developments
• Development and maintenance of group-wide accounting policies and procedures
• Act as finance lead in relation to the implementation of new systems and processes whilst constantly looking at new ways to enhance efficiencies across global finance through the use of new technologies, automation and AI
• Work closely with other corporate functions such as FP&A, Tax, Treasury and Investor Relations, providing support and guidance where required
• Full ownership of the audit process
• Responsibility for the management and development of a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants
• Work alongside the Sustainability team to deliver on reporting and helping to prepare for new regulatory reporting requirements such as CSRD
• Play a key role in the strategic development of the company, working on a range of ad hoc projects surrounding M&A activity, business transformation, corporate structuring and financing

What you'll need

• Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience - with relevant post qualification experience in professional services firm or industry
• Strong team management and mentoring skills
• Strong experience within a group or multi-entity reporting environment
• Up-to-date IFRS technical expertise
• Comfortable operating within a high-growth environment
• Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

Why else you'll love it here

• Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit!
• Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the UK's top company to work for, and we ranked in the top ten in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the top 10 companies for senior leadership
• Visit our UK perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits

If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

P.S. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at [email protected] and we'd love to help!

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

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