Accountant

SSE PLC; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage comprehensive general accounting and reporting activities. The role involves period-end closing, preparation of financial statements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with over 3 years of operational finance experience. You'll also enjoy a competitive salary and flexible benefits including wellness programs and family entitlements.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous family entitlements

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualified experience in an operational finance role.
• Strong communication skills to convey financial performance.
• Knowledge of IFRS and new UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Completion of month-end processes including variance analysis.
• Review P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparation of financial statements and liaising with auditors.
• Implementation of process improvements.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant

Adaptive to changing objectives

Effective communication

Ability to challenge processes

Excellent knowledge of regulations

Job description

Base Location: Dublin, Reading, Perth and/or Glasgow

Salary: £42,600- £64,000/ €57,600- €72,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Financial Accountant is responsible for the execution of comprehensive general accounting and period closing activities within our Energy Services and Solar division with Energy Customer Solutions. The Financial Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of general accounting, period end closing, and reporting activities, and delivery of reporting information to the wider Finance community in line with defined reporting protocols.

The Financial Accountant will liaise with the Business Partner on a regular basis to provide updates on financial performance and provide additional insight through reporting and commentary as required. They will also interact with the Business as required to understand the impact of material transactions that will impact performance.

You will

Period end close & reporting

Complete month end process for Energy Services and Solar division within ECS including variance analysis & commentary of principal variances. Maintain an ongoing daily dialogue with the Financial Controller and Business Partner highlighting material impacts to performance. Full review of revenue accruals, prepayments, accrued & deferred income, debtors analysis for these businesses.

P&L preparation & BS reconciliations

Timely review P&L and BS control account reconciliations using judgement to highlight and investigate key and unexpected variances providing supporting commentary when required prior to review by the Business Partner.

Management Reporting

Timely review of management reports (e.g. Flash reports, KPI, etc.) using strong knowledge of the business and judgement to provide commentary at the appropriate level prior to review by the Business Partner.

Statutory Reporting

Prepare financial statements for the relevant legal entities. Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate backup provided as requested.

Continuous improvement

Support the General Accounting Lead to identify and implement initiatives and opportunities e.g. process improvements.

You have

• Fully qualified accountant with 3+ years Post Qualified Experience in an operational finance role.
• Adaptive to changing objectives and priorities to deliver results and ability to work across multiple teams.
• Effectively communicating financial performance to operational colleagues to embed financial understanding within the business.
• Ability to challenge and drive change in processes to ensure that they are being carried out in an efficient manner.
• Excellent knowledge of current regulations including IFRS / new UK GAAP, Companies Acts, Regulatory Licences etc.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Fran on 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.