Finance Manager, Climate Impact Partners
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Voluntary carbon market
Job no longer available
Voluntary carbon market
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
101-200 employees
Company mission
To cut 1 billion tonnes of CO2 to transform the global economy, improve health and livelihoods, and restore a thriving planet.
Role
Who you are
- The successful candidate will bring a track record of process improvement and transformation, driving efficiencies and enhancing controls through the optimisation of systems and workflows
- Strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software are essential
- ACCA or ACA qualified or degree in Accounting / Finance
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar finance or accounting role
- Strong knowledge of Contract to Cash and Purchase to Pay processes
- Experience with payroll and commission processes, ideally in a multi-country environment
- Solid understanding of VAT regulations and intercompany accounting principles
- Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
- Proficiency with ERP systems (Salesforce, Business Central and SAP Concur experience a bonus) and advanced Excel skills
What the job involves
- We're seeking a Finance Manager to lead and manage key financial operations, initially on a 12-month fixed-term contract
- His role will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Contract to Cash and Purchase to Pay processes, managing payroll and commission schemes, conducting VAT reviews, and owning all intercompany transactions
- We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded individual who can act as a change agent within the finance function
- This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-driven team advancing real climate impact
- Your work will help enable high-integrity climate solutions by ensuring the financial operations behind them run smoothly and effectively
- Oversee the complete revenue cycle, including contract validation, invoicing and collections
- Ensure timely and accurate billing aligned with contractual obligations
- Collaborate with the Sales team to streamline contract processes and mitigate risk
- Monitor accounts receivable ageing and drive improvements in Days Sales Outstanding
- Manage vendor onboarding, purchase orders, invoice processing and payment cycles
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and internal controls
- Work closely with department heads to forecast procurement needs and manage cash outflows
- Review and reconcile accounts payable to ensure timely vendor payments and avoid penalties
- Supervise the monthly payroll process in partnership with HR and external payroll providers
- Ensure compliance with tax and labour regulations related to employee compensation
- Calculate, validate and process employee commissions according to incentive plans
- Provide reporting and analytics on payroll costs and commission structures
- Review VAT returns for accuracy and timely submission
- Ensure correct VAT treatment across transactions and maintain alignment with local tax laws
- Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure full compliance
- Monitor changes in VAT legislation and update internal processes accordingly
- Manage intercompany billing, reconciliations and eliminations
- Ensure accurate posting and documentation of intercompany transactions
- Support group consolidation processes and ensure compliance with transfer pricing policies
- Identify opportunities to improve and streamline finance processes
- Lead and support the implementation of systems upgrades or new tools that enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Drive automation, enhance internal controls and ensure scalability of finance operations to support business growth
- Collaborate with stakeholders to embed a culture of continuous improvement
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Climate change is fast heading for a point of no return, and it is increasingly important for businesses to trend towards net zero. However, achieving zero emissions by changing business habits and operations is a daunting task. Climate Impact Partners offers companies the chance to purchase carbon offsets, fund climate projects, and move towards their net zero goals, in a managed and simple manner.
Carbon offsetting is a tool for businesses to achieve net zero by purchasing parts in projects that have net negative carbon impact, in a similar way to purchasing stock. Climate Impact Partners sources and certifies the projects, so that clients merely have to choose where they would like to invest. Additionally, the company provides certification for businesses to showcase carbon neutrality, and a calculator for small businesses to assess their carbon impact.
Recently, the trade of carbon offsets has come under scrutiny, as opacity makes it difficult to ensure that purchasing them directly funds action on the ground. However, Climate Impact Partners, which is a leader in the space, demonstrates a commitment to carbon reduction by actioning the largest companies in the world to commit to reducing emissions. The interest in carbon markets is projected to increase alongside emissions regulations, presenting an excellent opportunity for Climate Impact Partners to see continued growth.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Company benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: We offer a generous leave allowance for all global employees, so you can get quality time with your friends and family
- Work-Life Balance: We offer a supportive work-life balance with hybrid working, no standing meetings on Fridays, and the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks a year
- Health & Wellbeing: Your wellbeing matters to us. Whether it's health insurance or mental health first aiders, we've got a range of support for our global team
- Competitive Reward Scheme: As a permanent team member, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary structure along with access to our exciting annual bonus program, rewarding your hard work and impact on our mission!
- Learning & Development: We support each employee's growth through career development plans, internal training programs like our Carbon Academy and Leadership Forum, and financial support for professional qualifications
Company HQ
Paddington, London, UK
Leadership
Sheri Hickok
(CEO)Currently an Advisory Board Member at TagEnergy. Previously they worked at GE Renewable Energy for almost 6 years in various roles, including CEO and Vice President.
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