Energy Assistant - Utilities Team

Seven Group Holdings Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development

Broaden Your Network

Scenic Work Environment

Job summary

Seven Resourcing in Southampton is seeking an Energy Assistant to support invoice processing and cost control within the utilities sector. The role covers data entry, validation, and regular liaison with managers to ensure accurate budgeting and timely payments.

The successful candidate will handle energy and water invoices, support cost centres, and help improve internal processes using established software. A proactive, detail‑oriented approach will fit well in this busy team.

Qualifications

• Experience processing utility invoices and supporting cost controls.
• Ability to code invoices and maintain clear logs for queries.
• Strong numerical accuracy and data validation skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, code, and process utility invoices for re-charging or reporting.
• Process hard copy and electronic energy and water invoices for payment.
• Advise managers on costs, budgets, and cost centres/codes.
• Validate invoices using the Energy Manager software and log supplier queries.
• Ensure payments comply with VAT and corporate policy.

Skills

Invoice processing

Financial administration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Energy Manager software

Job description

Are you ready to dive into an engaging role in the utilities sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Energy Assistant in Southampton, where you'll play a vital role in managing energy costs and ensuring comprehensive invoice processing. Whether you're working full time or part time, you'll contribute to efficient financial management and customer satisfaction within our vibrant city.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a pay rate that reflects your skills and dedication.
• Flexible Working Hours: Balance your personal and professional life with ease.
• Professional Development: Access to workshops and training sessions to keep you ahead of the game.
• Broaden Your Network: Work alongside industry professionals and expand your connections.
• Scenic Work Environment: Be inspired by the coastal charm and rich history Southampton has to offer.

What you will do:

• Receive, check, code, and process all utility and supplier invoices, ensuring accurate data is available for re‑charging or reporting.
• Undertake the payment of hard copy and electronic energy and water invoices.
• Provide advice to managers and finance regarding costs, ongoing queries, and budgetary cost centres and codes.
• Use existing procedures to validate invoices with the Council's Energy Manager software, and maintain a log of any queries with suppliers until resolution.
• Ensure payments comply with corporate policy and VAT regulations, delivering accuracy and compliance.
• Scrutinise utility invoices to ensure the Energy Manager Systems reflect meter activity.
• Communicate with council staff, energy supplier teams, and other utility contacts to ensure operational success.
• Assist with project work to improve team systems, practices, and services.
• Monitor customer feedback and actively work to meet or exceed service standards.

Living and working in Southampton means joining a city that blends maritime heritage with modern living. With its beautiful coastline, rich cultural history, and a vibrant community, Southampton is not just a great place to work-it's a wonderful place to call home. Your career adventure starts here!

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