Analyst

SSE PLC; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent energy company in the UK is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their Renewables team in Perth or Glasgow. This role involves supporting month-end close activities, managing account reconciliations, and assisting in financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have relevant accounting experience and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary with flexible first options and various benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting experience in a similar role.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data effectively.
• Knowledge of key balance sheet account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Support month end general ledger close.
• Assist in the statutory audit and financial reporting.
• Conduct bank and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting experience

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office skills

Financial systems experience

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Base Location

Perth or Glasgow

Salary

£27,500 - £41,300 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern

Permanent Full Time with Flexible First options available

The Role

Join us within the R2R Centre of Excellence team on our journey to shape the future of finance as we focus on continuous improvement, technical expertise and innovation where we will have the opportunity to deploy modern technology in a way that we have not been able to do before. This role is for an Analyst within our Renewables team; Your responsibilities will include supporting Accountants in the successful delivery of month end general ledger close, undertaking account reconciliations and support in the statutory audit and financial reporting. As part of the Centre of Excellence you will work collaboratively alongside other finance team members to drive best practices in reporting and processes across SSE Finance.

You will assist with a broad range of Financial Control activities - including, but not limited to;

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

You Have

• Relevant accounting experience, gained from working in a similar role with the ability to analyse and interpret data.
• A knowledge of key balance sheet account reconciliations with an 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'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.