The Opportunity The BE Company is a leading developer of clean energy infrastructure projects. We deliver industrial-scale clean energy solutions through our innovative Clean Energy-as-a-Service model. Specialising in project development, management, and financing, we provide low-cost, sustainable power infrastructure tailored for power-intensive industries. We are looking for an exceptional and entrepreneurial Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in steering the financial strategy of our business as we scale. This role is perfect for a highly driven financial leader with a strong track record in high-growth companies, who thrives in fast-paced environments and is ready to bring both strategic vision and hands-on execution to the table. How will you succeed in this role? You’re a highly commercial leader who’s not afraid to challenge the status quo. You’re able to tackle complex commercial projects, and drive any issue to resolution. You are ready to play a critical role in ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently to support project development, capital raising, and overall business operations. You will have a strong network across financial services and technology. This might include NED’s, investment professionals and other C-Level executives. You’ll feel empowered by autonomy and take a pro-active approach to driving this critical element our business. The most important thing is that you’re passionate about being a true leader in our growth, and don’t shudder when we talk about creating a high performance culture. Who will you work with? We are a small but fierce company of passionate people who believe in being the change we want to see in the world. We strive to build a strong culture of innovation, transparency and high performance. You’ll work alongside an inspiring executive team with experience across some of the world’s biggest companies, and be responsible for a team of highly talented people within the Finance function. Our current working model is office based in Central London, as we see the value in staying connected as a team, particularly during this growth phase. We believe the most effective way to do this is by being together regularly in our office at St Helen’s Place and focusing that time on strategy and continuous improvement. We also respect that people can enjoy a more flexible way of working away from the office as and when needed. Key Accountabilities: Financial Strategy: Design and implement forward-thinking financial strategies that align with the company’s ambitious long-term growth goals, positioning us as a leader in the clean energy and data centre sectors. Executive Leadership: Partner with the wider executive team to define and execute business strategies, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to drive innovative solutions. Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee all aspects of FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance tracking, ensuring optimal resource allocation for growth initiatives. Revenue Management: Lead the development of robust revenue recognition processes, optimising revenue streams while managing financial risk in a fast-evolving market. Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including management and statutory accounts, tax filings, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements. Team Leadership: Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence. Investor & Partner Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with investors, banks, and financial institutions to secure funding, ensuring the company’s capital needs are met efficiently and effectively. Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, ensuring compliance and safeguarding the company’s financial health. Business Partnership: Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support critical business decisions. M&A & Transformation: Play an active role in mergers, acquisitions, and business transformation, including due diligence, financial analysis, integration, and creating value post-deal. Internal Financial Operations: Lead and optimise internal financial processes, ensuring that financial systems, controls, and reporting structures are scalable and effective in a growing startup environment. Ensure internal compliance with financial policies, audit standards, and operational best practices. External Financial Relationships: Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal partners, ensuring that external parties are aligned with the company’s financial strategy and operational needs. Cash Flow Management: Optimise cash flow and working capital to ensure business sustainability, supporting both short-term liquidity and long-term strategic initiatives. International Financial Experience: Bring expertise in managing cross-border financial operations, including multi-currency accounting, international financial strategies, and global compliance, to support the company’s expansion into international markets and ensure alignment with global financial regulations. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a high-growth, technology-focused company. Strong financial acumen with a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis techniques, and capital markets. Hands-on experience in the full spectrum of finance, from strategic planning to financial reporting, with a clear understanding of the challenges and nuances of a startup environment. Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and build strong teams that excel in a high-performance culture. An entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for innovation and the ability to lead change in a fast-evolving, complex industry. Preferred experience working in or with the technology or renewable energy sectors, with a strong understanding of the financial intricacies within these industries. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. A qualification as a Chartered Accountant (ACA), Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA), or equivalent is preferred. What We Offer: Salary: £150,000 - £200,000, dependent on skillset and experience Employee Share Options scheme, once track record is demonstrated Flexible working options / Full benefits package TBC Opportunity to shape the financial strategy and growth of an exciting technology business.
