Finance Business Partner

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations :Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £58100 - £87100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

As the Finance Business Partner – Growth in  SSE Thermal you will report to the Head of Finance Business Partnering.

You will

Work across multiple development, construction and decommissioning projects, encompassing a range of low-carbon technologies and working both internally to SSE and with our external partners.

Work with our Development team to bring financial rigour to all projects, focussing on delivery with drive and discipline.

Provide all aspects of financial advice including accounting, investment appraisal and risk management to inform better decision making which leads to a better business.

Be working with colleagues across the Thermal business and the wider SSE finance organisation you will support the production of the business's key long term financial plans, helping to identify and adapt to changing strategic priorities.

You have

A professional accountancy qualification and 5+ years of post qualified experience.

Previous experience of working across multiple projects.

Have experience of or be able to demonstrate an interest in the energy industry.

Be a superb communicator of financial information with a strong commercial acumen 

The ability to think strategically and influence outcomes.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact francesca.palmer@sse.com / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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