Head of Finance

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Own accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for MET Czech Republic, in line with Group requirements and local statutory standards.
• Coordinate the annual budget, rolling forecasts and business planning process, working closely with the CEO and relevant business stakeholders.
• Prepare clear management information, variance analysis and financial insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Maintain an effective local control environment and ensure that payments, approvals and financial transactions follow Group policies and delegated authorities.
• Monitor liquidity and cash flow, prepare short- and medium-term cash forecasts, and coordinate funding and banking topics with Group Treasury.
• Coordinate local accounting, statutory accounts, audit activities, tax filings and other finance-related compliance requirements with internal and external experts.
• Oversee VAT, corporate tax and relevant energy-sector tax or duty processes, ensuring timely and accurate information and submissions.
• Support invoicing, receivables, credit control and KYC-related finance processes in cooperation with commercial and operational teams.
• Coordinate financial guarantees and other finance documentation required for energy-market operations and commercial activities.
• Guide and support the local finance resource(s), while working effectively with shared and Group-level finance functions.
• Identify practical opportunities to simplify, standardize and digitalize finance processes.
• Contribute to selected local projects and business cases with financial analysis and implementation support.

Qualifications

Experience

• Approximately 4–5 years of relevant experience across financial controlling, reporting, accounting, audit or finance business partnering.
• Experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Controller, Head of Controlling or similar role, with readiness to take broader ownership of a local finance function.
• Practical knowledge of Czech accounting, statutory reporting and tax compliance requirements.
• Experience in the energy sector, energy trading, utilities or another regulated and commercially dynamic industry is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in a Big Four audit or advisory environment is an advantage, but not essential.
• Experience working in an international group or matrix organization is beneficial.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
• ACCA, CPA or another relevant professional qualification is an advantage.

Technical Expertise

• Strong financial reporting, controlling, budgeting and forecasting capabilities.
• Working knowledge of Czech statutory accounting, VAT and corporate tax processes.
• Good understanding of cash-flow management, internal controls and audit coordination.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP, consolidation, reporting or business-intelligence tools is an advantage.
• Ability to translate financial data into concise and practical business recommendations.

Skills & Competencies

• Hands-on, structured and dependable approach, with strong attention to detail.
• Commercial mindset and confidence working with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ownership mentality, sound judgement and the ability to prioritize in a growing organization.
• Clear communication style and willingness to challenge constructively.
• Collaborative, pragmatic and improvement-oriented way of working.
• Ability to balance operational execution with a broader view of business performance.

Languages

• Fluent Czech is required.
• Fluent English is required for regular cooperation across MET Group.

Additional Information

Why Join MET Czech Republic?

• Take ownership of a broad local finance agenda with direct visibility to business leadership.
• Join an international energy group while working in an entrepreneurial and hands-on local environment.
• Gain exposure to the commercial and operational dynamics of the Czech energy market.
• Work closely with experienced colleagues across multiple countries and Group functions.
• Contribute to building efficient finance processes and supporting the continued development of the Czech business.