
NextEnergy Group · Milano
THE ROLE We're seeking an Accounts Payable & Treasury Specialist to support day-to-day accounts payable and treasury activities across our corporate entities, ...
We're seeking an Accounts Payable & Treasury Specialist to support day-to-day accounts payable and treasury activities across our
corporate entities, forming part of a tightly knit finance team spread across multiple international locations.
This role suits someone who is comfortable working independently, can manage their own workload, and has solid hands-on experience
in AP, with some exposure to treasury.
performed by third parties
authorized signatory records)
implementation/optimization of finance systems and tools)
your workload is critical
your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to put together well-written, grammatically
correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in
meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging
things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description
profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas to the team
Excel)
advantageous.
Expensify is beneficial.
work remotely for the remainder of the week
If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to
careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days.
By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy
Notice.
Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new
things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of
connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences,
life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we
aspire to be.
We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background,
religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.
NextEnergy Group was founded in 2007 to become a leading market participant in the international solar sector. Since its
inception, it has been active in the development, construction, and ownership of solar assets across multiple jurisdictions.
NextEnergy Group operates via its three business units: NextEnergy Capital (Investment Management), WiseEnergy (Operating Asset
Management), and Starlight (Asset Development).
NextEnergy Capital manages the Group's investment activities and has invested in over 520 solar plants, exceeding 2GW in capacity
across its institutional funds.
and Italy, with a total installed capacity of 983MW and a gross asset value of £1,014m.
delivering net IRRs exceeding its 10-12% target.
$896m raised, exceeding its $750m target.
date, it has raised $745m, targeting $1.5bn ($2bn ceiling).
WiseEnergy® is NextEnergy Group’s operating asset manager. WiseEnergy is a leading specialist operating asset manager in the
solar sector. Since its founding, WiseEnergy has provided solar asset management, monitoring, technical due diligence and under
construction services to over 1,500 utility-scale solar power plants with an installed total capacity in excess of 3.4 GW.
WiseEnergy clients comprise leading banks and equity financiers in the energy and infrastructure sector.
Starlight is NextEnergy Group’s development company that is active in the development phase of solar projects. It has developed
over 100 utility-scale projects internationally and continues to progress a large pipeline of c.10GW of both green and brownfield
project developments across global geographies.
NextSTEP is the venture capital fund of NextEnergy Group, dedicated to investing in innovative startups in the field of
environmental sustainability. The fund primarily focuses on investments in Italy and the United Kingdom but also extends its reach
to the rest of Europe and the United States, targeting startups in the pre-seed and seed stages. NextSTEP pays particular
attention to emerging entities from incubators, startup accelerators, universities, and research centers, supporting projects that
address global challenges in crucial areas such as Climate Change, Energy Transition, CO2 Capture and Sequestration, Circular
Economy, Sustainable Cities, Sustainable Mobility, Sustainable Fashion, Waste Management, Water and much more.
NextEnergy Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 2016 by the NextEnergy Group that operates internationally and whose
mission is to proactively participate in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions by providing clean energy sources in regions
where they are not yet available and thereby contributing to poverty reduction. As the main sponsor of this foundation, the
NextEnergy Group donates at least 5% of its consolidated net profits each year. The NextEnergy Foundation has no overhead costs
and therefore 100% of the funds raised go to donations for the various projects. Since 2016, in 8 years of operation the
foundation has donated more than £1.2 million, supporting over 30 projects in 27 different countries around the world.
Italy Pay Range
THE ROLE The Head of Finance needs to provide strategic leadership, governance, and end‑to‑end oversight across the finance function, including all third‑party and outsourced finance arrangements. The role ensures the organisation delivers accurate, compliant, and scalable financial outcomes across multiple entities, geographies, and operating models. As a senior finance leader, the role acts as a trusted partner to senior leadership, providing insight, challenge, and direction to support high‑quality decision‑making, operational resilience, and sustainable growth. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management & Reporting * Oversee statutory accounts and Group reporting (Local GAAP/IFRS) * Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting * Manage external audits and auditor relationships * Supervise NAV reporting (where applicable) Portfolio & Asset-Level Oversight * Monitor portfolio performance (revenues, EBITDA, cash flow) * Oversee SPV accounting and intercompany reconciliations * Ensure compliance with financing agreements (covenants, DSCR, distributions) * Support acquisitions, disposals, and refinancing processes Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis * Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts (P&L and cash flow) * Deliver variance analysis and actionable insights Treasury & Cash Management * Oversee liquidity planning and cash flow forecasting * Manage banking relationships * Coordinate with debt management teams to ensure compliance * Supervise payments and capital allocation Tax & Compliance * Coordinate tax planning and risk mitigation with external advisors * Ensure compliance with VAT, WHT, and international tax regulations * Oversee transfer pricing processes Internal Controls & Governance * Implement strong financial controls and processes * Ensure compliance with corporate governance and fund requirements * Drive continuous improvement and transformation initiatives Team Leadership * Lead and develop finance teams (accountants, controllers) * Manage day-to-day operations and workload allocation * Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture Stakeholder Engagement * Act as key contact for investors, lenders, and senior stakeholders * Support fundraising and due diligence processes * Prepare board-level reports and investor presentations SKILLS & COMPETENCIES * Advanced financial modelling and analytical capabilities * Strong expertise in accounting systems and Excel * Experience with consolidation and reporting tools * Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen * Leadership and team management skills * Excellent stakeholder management * High attention to detail and accuracy EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS * Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (ACA / ACCA / CFA preferred) * 7+ years’ experience in finance roles, ideally within: * * Asset management * Renewable energy / infrastructure * SPV-driven environments * Strong knowledge of: * IFRS and Local GAAP * Project finance and structured finance * Multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction operations WHAT WE OFFER * A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn * International scope – we operate in over 8 countries * Hybrid working – we will need you in the central Milan office at least three times a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week * BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents * Annual discretionary bonus. HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted for the next stage, we will be in contact within 14 days. By selecting “Apply” or sending us your CV, you indicate you have read and acknowledged NextEnergy Group’s Candidate Privacy Notice. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a natural extension of our values. Our entrepreneurial culture inspires us to try new things, be open to different viewpoints and be bold. Our Group is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of connectedness that values difference and gives space for individual expression. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, talent and hard work form the bedrock of who we are and who we aspire to be. We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, colour, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. ABOUT US NextEnergy Group was founded in 2007 to become a leading market participant in the international solar sector. Since its inception, it has been active in the development, construction, and ownership of solar assets across multiple jurisdictions. NextEnergy Group operates via its three business units: NextEnergy Capital (Investment Management), WiseEnergy (Operating Asset Management), and Starlight (Asset Development). NextEnergy Capital manages the Group's investment activities and has invested in over 520 solar plants, exceeding 2GW in capacity across its institutional funds. * NextEnergy Solar Fund (NESF): Listed on the London Stock Exchange, NESF manages 102 solar and energy storage assets in the UK and Italy, with a total installed capacity of 983MW and a gross asset value of £1,014m. * NextPower II (NPII): A private fund of 105 solar plants (149MW) focused on Italy, successfully divested in January 2022, delivering net IRRs exceeding its 10-12% target. * NextPower III ESG (NPIII ESG): A private fund targeting solar infrastructure in OECD countries (e.g., US, Spain, Italy), with $896m raised, exceeding its $750m target. * NextPower UK ESG (NPUK ESG): A private fund dedicated to new-build solar plants in the UK, with ~£600m raised. * NextPower V ESG (NPV ESG): A private OECD solar fund investing in solar and adjacent technologies like battery storage. To date, it has raised $745m, targeting $1.5bn ($2bn ceiling). WiseEnergy® is NextEnergy Group’s operating asset manager. WiseEnergy is a leading specialist operating asset manager in the solar sector. Since its founding, WiseEnergy has provided solar asset management, monitoring, technical due diligence and under construction services to over 1,500 utility-scale solar power plants with an installed total capacity in excess of 3.4 GW. WiseEnergy clients comprise leading banks and equity financiers in the energy and infrastructure sector. Starlight is NextEnergy Group’s development company that is active in the development phase of solar projects. It has developed over 100 utility-scale projects internationally and continues to progress a large pipeline of c.10GW of both green and brownfield project developments across global geographies. NextSTEPis the venture capital fund of NextEnergy Group, dedicated to investing in innovative startups in the field of environmental sustainability. The fund primarily focuses on investments in Italy and the United Kingdom but also extends its reach to the rest of Europe and the United States, targeting startups in the pre-seed and seed stages. NextSTEP pays particular attention to emerging entities from incubators, startup accelerators, universities, and research centers, supporting projects that address global challenges in crucial areas such as Climate Change, Energy Transition, CO2 Capture and Sequestration, Circular Economy, Sustainable Cities, Sustainable Mobility, Sustainable Fashion, Waste Management, Water and much more. NextEnergy Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 2016 by the NextEnergy Group that operates internationally and whose mission is to proactively participate in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions by providing clean energy sources in regions where they are not yet available and thereby contributing to poverty reduction. As the main sponsor of this foundation, the NextEnergy Group donates at least 5% of its consolidated net profits each year. The NextEnergy Foundation has no overhead costs and therefore 100% of the funds raised go to donations for the various projects. Since 2016, in 8 years of operation the foundation has donated more than £1.2 million, supporting over 30 projects in 27 different countries around the world.
Hello, We are Recognise Bank; a modern business bank built to support the UK’s SMEs with tailored lending and savings solutions. Founded in 2017 by experienced business owners, we set out to challenge traditional banking by offering more flexibility, understanding, and practical support to help businesses thrive. Since receiving our banking licence in 2021, we’ve built a loyal customer base and a strong, diverse team that puts people first. Our vision is building stronger futures with bespoke financial solutions. We understand that no two financial needs are the same, which is why we work closely with UK SMEs and individuals to unlock potential others often overlook. Through smart, flexible lending and savings products, we’re here to build and grow stronger futures for lasting success. Our values shape how we work and grow together: 💪 Can do, will do: We take ownership, solve problems, and adapt as our customers’ needs evolve. ✨ Be brilliant: We show up with curiosity and energy, always striving for better. 🤝 Do the right thing: We act with integrity, responsibility, and care in everything we do. 💡Make a difference: We focus on impact, helping our customers, colleagues, and communities succeed. About the role This is a 9 month - fixed term contract. The Accounts Payable and Treasury Specialist is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, performing bank reconciliations, supporting payroll activities, and assisting with treasury operations to help ensure accurate and timely payments and effective cash management.
ICON is scaling fast — standing up manufacturing for the Titan platform, growing project delivery, and expanding its vendor and contractor base alongside both. We are looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to own the execution of ICON’s procure-to-pay cycle: the high-volume, detail-intensive work that keeps vendors paid accurately and on time, ensures every invoice is properly coded and approved, and gives the broader finance team a clean, reliable foundation for the close. This role sits at the intersection of operational rigor and cross-functional partnership — handling the day-to-day transactional work with precision while serving as a key resource for the business on purchasing policy, expense compliance, and vendor management. It is an individual contributor role with real ownership: the person in this seat will be responsible for the integrity of ICON’s AP function and will have the opportunity to help build and improve the systems and processes that support it as the company grows. As part of a small, passionate, accomplished team, you will be the operational backbone of ICON’s accounts payable function — ensuring vendors, subcontractors, and employees are paid accurately and on time, and that every dollar flowing through the procure-to-pay cycle is captured, coded, and documented to the standard the business needs to scale and withstand audit. As a member of the ICON team, you will have the opportunity to advance humankind’s ability to provide dignified, affordable, resilient, and sustainable shelter to the world. This is an onsite role based on ICON’s Austin, TX campus and reports to the Manager, Accounts Payable. RESPONSIBILITIES: INVOICE PROCESSING & PAYMENT EXECUTION * Own end-to-end invoice processing — receiving, coding, matching to purchase orders, routing for approval, and posting — ensuring accuracy and timeliness across a high-volume, multi-entity environment. * Execute payment runs across check, ACH, and wire modalities; verify payment details, resolve pre-payment exceptions, and ensure disbursements are made in accordance with vendor terms and internal authorization controls. * Manage the three-way match process between purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices; investigate and resolve discrepancies in close coordination with Procurement and the receiving team. * Review and process employee expense reports and corporate card transactions in accordance with ICON’s T&E policy, validating receipts, coding, and approvals before posting to the general ledger. VENDOR MANAGEMENT & SUPPLIER RELATIONS * Maintain the vendor master file — onboarding new suppliers, validating W-9s and banking information, enforcing documentation standards, and ensuring data integrity across the AP system. * Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries on payment status, invoice disputes, and statement reconciliations; resolve issues promptly and maintain strong working relationships with ICON’s key suppliers and subcontractors. * Perform regular vendor statement reconciliations to identify unapplied credits, duplicate payments, and aging balances requiring follow-up; escalate unresolved items to the AP Manager. CLOSE, RECONCILIATION & REPORTING * Support the monthly close by ensuring all invoices received through period-end are processed or accrued, AP subledger balances are reconciled to the general ledger, and outstanding items are documented and communicated to the Controller team. * Prepare and maintain AP aging reports and cash requirement forecasts to support treasury visibility into near-term disbursement needs. * Assist with 1099 preparation and filings, maintaining accurate vendor classification records and year-end documentation throughout the calendar year rather than in a year-end scramble. CONTROLS, SYSTEMS & PROCESS * Drive continuous improvement in AP workflows within NetSuite and Coupa, identifying opportunities to reduce manual touchpoints, accelerate invoice cycle times, and improve the quality of data flowing into the general ledger. * Partner with Purchasing on purchase order coverage, policy compliance, and one- off spend; serve as an informed voice on where the procure-to-pay process breaks down and how to fix it upstream. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * 5+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience, with demonstrated ownership of high-volume invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor management. * Strong working knowledge of the procure-to-pay cycle, including PO creation and matching, three-way match, expense reporting, and 1099 compliance. * Experience supporting the monthly accounting close — accruals, subledger reconciliation, and AP-to-GL tie-out — in a fast-paced environment. * Proficiency in a major ERP system; NetSuite experience strongly preferred, with a track record of leveraging system tools to reduce manual effort and improve data quality. * Experience with Coupa strongly preferred — candidates familiar with Coupa’s invoice management, PO matching workflows, and supplier portal will be able to contribute immediately in the procure-to-pay environment this role operates in day to day. * High attention to detail and a low tolerance for errors in a function where accuracy directly affects vendor relationships, cash management, and audit readiness. * Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing vendor and internal stakeholder demands with professionalism and clear prioritization. * Manufacturing, construction, or hardware company experience is a plus. ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended). Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency submissions for candidates and will not pay fees to any third-party agency without a prior agreement with ICON. As part of our compliance with these obligations, the Company invites you to voluntarily self-identify as set forth below. Provision of such information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your employment or subject you to any adverse treatment. 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