Data & Systems Finance Manager – ESO at National Grid

Location:
Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA

Division: Electricity System Operator

Job Type:
Requisition Number: 47671

Department: ESO

Job Function: Finance and Risk

About the role

Great Britain’s electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.

The Data and Systems Finance Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the strategy for the management, integration and governance of data across the Future System Operator (FSO) Finance function. The role will lead a team to provide super user and subject matter expert support across key Finance systems and data flows, liaising with other functions and the end user to ensure effective data processes and controls.

This role will be based at our Warwick office, with occasional travel to our Wokingham office, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.

About us

The ESO has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon operation by 2025. And by 2035, we want to run 100% clean, green energy, all the time.

Becoming the Energy Future System Operator

As you may have seen the Government and Ofgem have asked the ESO to take on new roles and responsibilities.

Becoming the Energy Future System Operator is a critical step to help deliver a reliable and clean energy transition for all. The ESO, including all of its existing roles, will be at the heart of the new Future System Operator, taking on additional roles with a whole energy system mindset to drive progress towards net zero while maintaining energy security and minimising costs for consumers.

The new organisation will be set up as a public corporation with operational independence from government – bringing parties together to support optimised decision making and action. As now, it will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements. It is anticipated that the new organisation will be up and running by or in 2024.

The time to act on climate change is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

Key accountabilities

Lead, motivate and develop a team of Data and Systems Analysts, providing an efficient and effective service to the business and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of team delivery.

Accountable for master data governance and review with the CFO function. Responsible for ensuring controls are in place and executed to ensure the integrity of Finance data.

Build relationships with the FSO business as a subject matter expert for data and systems within Finance, working to increase the understanding of the importance of data and processes, and leading on knowledge sharing.

Work closely with the Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T) team, act as the CFO representative on DD&T data forums, and be the intermediary between DD&T and business end users during system change requests or testing (including user acceptance testing).

Responsible for ensuring the FSO Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and connected apps data strategy is adhered to and any data issues are resolved quickly, escalating as required.

Provide the team with technical guidance as a superuser for SAP and expert in PowerBI.

Maintain accountability for changes to the WBS Master Table.

Support end users in business requirement workshops, including:

Contributing innovative solutions and options for leveraging new functionality/content to help reduce development costs and maximise value.

Translating functional requirements into workable reports, dashboards, applications, and analysis in line with existing tools and frameworks.

Helping others understand how systems integrate and the impact of changes throughout those systems.

Identify and lead on opportunities to drive continuous improvement in data processes and customer system experiences. Work with customers across Finance and the business to develop improved ad hoc reporting, where possible using standard content.

Support the delivery of projects and ad-hoc requests, as required by the CFO leadership team from time to time.

About you

Educated to degree level and / or equivalent professional experience.

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).

Experience in overseeing systems and data in complex organisations.

In-depth knowledge of data management, data structures, hierarchies, and models in SAP S4 Hana and PowerBI, and related technical systems.

Experience of driving performance excellence and continuous improvement.

Strong project management skills.

Strong communication skills and an ability to engage and influence stakeholders.

Experience in leading and motivating a team.

What you’ll get

A competitive salary between £55,000 – 65,000 – dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

More Information

This role closes on 06/10/2023 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

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 organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

We’re committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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