Finance Director

The Finance Director at Geoteric is responsible for a variety of key tasks that are vital for our financial health. These include advising on financial and operational strategies, participating in budget preparation, overseeing financial forecasting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing banking relationships. As an integral member of the Senior Management Team, this role plays a major part in guiding the company’s financial direction while supporting the achievement of our long-term strategy.

To be considered for the Finance Director position at Geoteric, candidates should be qualified accountants (Chartered or Certified). We value alternative educational backgrounds and industry experience as well. Given the nature of our business, prior experience in a private equity-backed, rapidly growing SME is crucial, alongside significant international exposure related to managing subsidiaries. Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach are also highly desirable.

At Geoteric, the Finance Director can expect a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and innovation are encouraged. The role is based in Newcastle with a flexible working policy allowing up to two days of remote work weekly. You'll be part of a dedicated finance team and work closely with the CEO and other senior leaders to drive our growth initiatives while contributing to a company that is on the cutting edge of AI technology in the energy sector.

As a Finance Director at Geoteric, your financial leadership will directly support our mission towards Net Zero. By ensuring that our financial strategies align with our sustainable practices and operational efficiencies, you'll play a critical role in optimizing resources. Your insights will help steer Geoteric’s investments and operational decisions toward initiatives that contribute to sustainability and responsible energy management.

Geoteric values its employees and offers a competitive salary complemented by an extensive benefits package for the Finance Director role. This includes a unique 9-day fortnight working schedule, a generous holiday allowance, flexible work opportunities, a pension plan, life insurance, and private healthcare. Additionally, you'll have access to personal development opportunities, time off for volunteering, and various employee discount schemes, all contributing to a supportive work-life balance.

In an interview, when asked about financial forecasting and modeling, emphasize your structured approach. Explain how you utilize historical data alongside trends to create accurate projections. Discuss tools you employ for this purpose and stress the importance of continuously updating forecasts based on changing business conditions.

When answering this question, think of a specific example where your insights led to significant improvements or savings. Discuss your thought process, the actions you took, and the positive outcomes that resulted from your recommendations. Show how this experience equips you to contribute to Geoteric's future initiatives.

To effectively answer this question, outline your knowledge of relevant financial regulations and standards. Discuss how you keep updated with changes in laws and your approach to implementing internal controls to ensure compliance. Share experiences where your efforts directly resulted in meeting regulatory requirements.

Respond by framing your answer around a specific situation that highlights your analytical skills and decision-making process. Discuss the factors you considered, how you weighed the options, and the outcome. Emphasize what you learned and how you apply those lessons to future challenges.

In response, outline your methodologies for project management and prioritization, such as utilizing project management tools and techniques. Discuss how you assess the urgency and impact of each project, and share an example of successfully juggling multiple financial projects to meet deadlines.

When answering about your leadership strategies, mention approaches that foster team cohesion and performance. Discuss how you set clear goals, promote open communication, and provide constructive feedback. Share success stories demonstrating your ability to lead a team to achieve significant results.

Discuss your systematic approach to identifying and evaluating potential risks in financial planning. Explain how you consider various factors that may impact financial performance and the strategies you employ to mitigate these risks, showcasing your analytical skills and preventative mindset.

When addressing this question, highlight the financial systems you have worked with and your proficiency in using them for reporting. Discuss how these systems improved efficiency in financial reporting and contributed to better decision-making within your previous teams or companies.

This question assesses your analytical and problem-solving skills. Explain your approach to analyzing discrepancies and how you communicate findings to stakeholders. Discuss the strategies you would implement to address the issues and refine future projections based on insights gained.

In your answer, highlight your communication skills and methods you utilize such as regular updates, presentations, or reports tailored to the audience's level of understanding. Discuss the importance of transparency in maintaining stakeholder confidence in financial matters.