Accounting Specialist UK & Ireland, Services

Renewable Energy Systems; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Scotland is looking for a proactive Accounting Specialist to join their team. This role involves managing staff expenses, payroll, bank reconciliations, and fixed assets, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 3-5 years of experience in accounting. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as well as proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. This position offers a rewarding atmosphere and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Wide range of benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting or similar role.
• Solid understanding of core accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Record and control staff expense reports.
• Post monthly payroll journals and related entries.
• Prepare and post monthly provisions and accruals.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Maintain and control the fixed assets register.
• Review the general ledger for accuracy.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Propose improvements to accounting processes.
• Collaborate with finance and other departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company. We're guided by a simple yet powerful vision: to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.

RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal professional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their career they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.

The position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our Accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate accounting and control of staff expenses, payroll postings, provisions, bank reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, and the review of the general ledger for the entity. This role requires a solid understanding of core accounting processes, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Accountabilities

• Staff Expenses: Record, review, and control staff expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations, and posting them accurately into the accounting system
• Payroll Accounting: Post monthly payroll journals and related entries, including salaries, social security, pensions, and other payroll-related costs, ensuring accurate allocation to cost centres
• Provisions and Accruals: Prepare and post monthly provisions and accruals (e.g. bonuses, holidays, other operating expenses) in line with accounting policies and reporting deadlines
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that all bank transactions are accurately recorded and resolved on a timely basis
• Fixed Assets Control: Maintain and control the fixed assets register, including additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation, and ensure compliance with company and group policies
• General Ledger Review: Review the general ledger for the entity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and correct classification of transactions; prepare and support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Intercompany Transactions: Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring correct allocation, alignment with group policies, and timely resolution of differences with counterpart entities
• Audit Support: Provide support to internal and external auditors by preparing reconciliations, documentation, and explanations of balances and transactions
• Process Improvement: Identify and propose improvements to accounting processes and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and control
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider finance team and other departments (e.g. HR, Operations) to support overall financial and business objectives across the UK&I region

Knowledge

• Solid understanding of core accounting principles
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus

Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting or a similar role

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional qualification

At RES we celebrate difference as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.