Accounting Technician

Nuclear Restoration Services; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services firm in the UK seeks an Accounting Technician to support financial analysis and reporting. The position involves month-end duties, compliance with accounting standards, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and efficient processes. Candidates can be AAT Qualified or working towards their qualification, with a competitive salary based on experience. Flexible working and a robust benefits package are also offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days of annual leave with the option to buy/sell

Participation in Company Bonus Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Access to training and development programs

Qualifications

• Seeking candidates with little to no experience but working towards AAT qualification.
• AAT Qualified or equivalent is preferred.
• Solid understanding of financial policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support timely financial reporting and analysis.
• Assist with month-end duties including journals and accruals.
• Ensure compliance with International Accounting Standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Customer-focused mindset

Education

AAT qualification or working towards

Numerical background

Tools

Microsoft Office, especially Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.

NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.

At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager

“As an Accounting Technician within our Treasury team, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate and timely financial information. Reporting to the Treasury Accountant, you will be responsible for producing high-quality financial analysis, reconciliations, and reports that inform strategic decision-making across the business. We are looking for a proactive team player with a keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be someone who is not only technically strong but also eager to find smarter, more efficient ways of working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.”

Key Deliverables

• Demonstration of safety awareness through observations and keep up to date with current safety topics.
• Develop and continually improve areas of the finance function to better aid the company in simplification and integration
• Analyse ledger to ensure integrity
• Month end duties including journals and accruals as required
• Support management with data-driven analysis
• As a customer-focused individual, the post holder will be expected to support delivery within his or her range of skills, knowledge, experience and competence
• Support the effective deployment of company-wide policies, processes, systems and procedures ensuring that at all time the business remains compliant. This includes, but is not limited to, the need to comply with the company’s Equality and Diversity Policy and undertake identified associated learning and development activities
• Good Understanding Financial Systems and Shared Services processes.
• Strong Knowledge of Functional Finance Processes
• Exceptional verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong business relationships beyond the finance team, as well as ability to effectively manage the needs of multiple stakeholder groups.
• Experience working with systems integrators, consultants and other third parties.
• Support the delivery of effective and efficient accounting

Additional Key Deliverables if AAT Qualified

• Aid with simplification and integration
• Accountable for company wide areas providing assistance and challenge across the company, to prevent or identify fraudulent activities, and communicating with external providers where necessary.
• Where problems are identified with processes that impact finance, investigate the problem, challenge current working methods and work with others within and outside of the function to find a resolution and implement.
• Responsible for ensuring International Accounting Standards are complied with across the company, highlighting and challenging any processes that are not followed and would cause harm to the Company
• Assist compiling company wide information for management to aid in decision making as well as for external organisations such as DEZNZ and Whole of Government Accounts.
• Providing information for ad hoc requests, investigating how best to provide this information in a format that could be understood by both financial people and non-financial people across the company
• Provide support in the wider Treasury process, while running the day-to-day processes to ensure bank transactions are correct and reconcile.
• Aid system improvement and drive Business World processes; collaborate with IT to ensure systems meet user requirements.
• Assist with internal controls and governance.
• Act a subject matter expert providing professional advice and guidance within own specialism.

Qualifications & Experience

• Little or no experience and working towards AAT qualification (SP 28)
• AAT Qualified or equivalent. Working towards becoming a Qualified Accountant (SP 34)
• Good understanding of the Company financial policies, procedure and standards
• Numerical background and experience of ERP systems
• Broad based knowledge of the Company’s Business systems
• Microsoft Office with good excel skills
• Demonstrable accounting experience of working in a central function of a multi-site business (SP 34)

We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified or currently working towards their AAT qualification. Please note that the role level and salary band will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

SP28 (Little or no experience and working towards AAT qualification) -£35,921 - £41,081

SP34 (AAT Qualified or equivalent. Working towards becoming a Qualified Accountant) -£42,224 - £49,046

Benefits Package

• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS)staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance serviceand access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at NRS.