Analyst

SSE plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,500 - 41,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Online GP and 24/7 counselling

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an Analyst for their Renewables Team located in Glasgow. The role involves supporting account reconciliations, month-end reporting, and participating in audits. Candidates should have relevant accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a salary range of £27,500 – £41,300 plus benefits and a flexible working pattern.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting experience gained in a similar role.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Month-end journal postings, explaining and analysing variances.
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Involvement in half-year and year-end audit.
• Preparation of VAT returns and other regulated reports.
• Completion of monthly controls within your remit.

Skills

Accounting experience

Data analysis

Attention to detail

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Financial systems experience (Oracle)

Job description

Analyst – Renewables Team

Base Location: Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £27,500 – £41,300 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits supporting your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time, with Flexible First options available.

The Role

Join the R2R Centre of Excellence on our journey to shape the future of finance, focusing on continuous improvement, technical expertise and innovation. The role is an Analyst within our Renewables team, supporting Accountants in delivering month‑end general ledger close, undertaking account reconciliations and supporting statutory audit and financial reporting. You will drive best practices in reporting and processes across SSE Finance.

Responsibilities

• Month‑end journal postings, explaining and analysing variances.
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Involvement in half‑year and year‑end audit, including subsidiary companies and liaising with external auditors.
• Preparation of VAT returns and other regulated reports.
• Completion of monthly controls within your remit.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting experience gained in a similar role, with the ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Knowledge of key balance sheet account reconciliations and strong attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong financial systems experience (Oracle desirable).

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We invest around £10 million a day in home‑grown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future, including building the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transforming the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Flexible Benefits

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships; wellbeing benefits such as free online GP and 24/7 counselling; interest‑free loans on tech and transport; a Cycle to Work scheme; generous family entitlements including maternity, adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] or 01738 344 763 to discuss how we can support you. We are dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and welcome applications from those who may be under‑represented in our workforce or industry.

How to Apply

Start your online application using the “Apply Now” box on this page. Applications must be submitted online. We will contact you after the closing date if we wish to take your application further. If offered the role, you will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before starting.