Job Type:Requisition Number: 63292Department:Job Function: Finance and RiskHere at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people. And whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.
At National Grid, 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 organization, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
The Opportunity
The Head of Finance Business Partnering for National Grid Ventures’ U.S. Northeast (“NGV USNE”) business unit is hiring a Senior Finance Business Partner to drive financial results for NGV USNE’s exciting portfolio of businesses. NGV is the competitive division of National Grid plc which operates outside of National Grid's core regulated businesses in the UK and U.S. and develops, operates, and invests in energy projects, technologies, and partnerships to accelerate the development of our clean energy future. NGV USNE is a key part of NGV and manages:National Grid Generation, a fleet of nearly 4 GW of conventional electric generation on Long Island, New YorkNational Grid LNG, an LNG storage and liquefaction facility in Providence, Rhode IslandCommunity Offshore Wind, a joint venture between NGV and RWE developing offshore wind off the coast of New York and New JerseyNew York Transco, a joint venture with New York's other transmission utilities owning, operating, and developing competitive transmission projects in New YorkA business development team focused on originating and advancing projects in competitive electric transmission, battery storage, hydrogen, etc.What You'll Do
Become a trusted partner to drive financial performance with the NGV USNE businessDeliver excellent customer service to the NGV USNE business as a key member of the customer-facing Finance Business Partnering teamRepresent Finance and provide financial perspective and insights in business meetings, strategic projects, and decision-making processesDevelop and maintain an in-depth understanding of how NGV USNE’s businesses make moneyContribute to recurring finance processes like quarterly rolling forecasts, annual strategic business plans, impairment tests, etc.Support and challenge the business in the production of forecasts that are ambitious but deliverableIdentify risks and opportunities to delivering agreed forecastsWork with the business to mitigate these risks and capitalize on the opportunitiesExplain financial performance to the business in the context of commitments made in prior forecastsAdapt communication of financial concepts to a range of financial and non-financial stakeholders to drive accountabilityIdentify opportunities for operating expense and capital expenditure savingsBuild and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders across the businessWork collaboratively with other Finance teams including Controllership, FP&A, Tax, Technical Accounting, Insurance, TreasuryBuild and/or maintain complex financial models for determining the lifetime economics of NGV USNE’s businessesSupport production of investment decision papers presented to National Grid's Investment Committee and BoardSupport negotiation of joint venture agreements, offtake agreements, purchase and sale agreements, etc. with financial and commercial inputIdentify and support the implementation of opportunities to continuously improve finance processesPlay an active role in developing and maintaining a cohesive team across FinanceWhat You'll Need
Prior experience working with businesses to drive financial performanceExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and utilize internal networks to achieve positive outcomesKnowledge of energy markets and how regulated and unregulated energy companies make moneyComfort working through ambiguity and supporting projects across NGV USNE’s diverse portfolio of businessesAbility to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear, concise, and impactful way to drive the right conversations with the business about its financial performanceAbility to prioritize so that time and effort are focused on items that make the most difference to financial performanceAttention to detailSelf-starter and motivated to deliver and continuously improvePassionate about doing the right thingFamiliarity with U.S. GAAP and IFRSMore Information
Even if you don't meet all of the criteria listed for this role, we encourage you to apply. This role welcomes a diverse background and level of experience.MA: $173,000-$204,000DNY: $186,000-$219,000Salary commensurate with experience and location.This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
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