Finance Assistant

Stern Energy; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to support financial operations in Birmingham. The role involves ensuring financial accuracy, assisting in financial reporting, and maintaining compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. This hybrid position offers a supportive work environment and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Sick Pay

Wellness Wednesday

Extensive Learning and Development Programme

Company Mobile Phone

Laptop

25 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in finance or admin role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel essential.

Responsibilities

• Confirm accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Finance

Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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A brand new role! We are seeking an ambitious, detail-oriented and experienced Finance Assistant to support our finance operations. The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in financial administration and reporting, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial processes and maintaining financial accuracy across the organisation.

Location: Birmingham - Hybrid

Who are we? Stern Energy operates ground mounted photovoltaic systems for over 769MW in the UK. We are among the largest operators in Europe with activities in 5 Countries and over 2.8GW under management. We are specialised in proposing and executing revamping and repowering projects to enhance the performance of the assets we operate.

How do we work?

Our professional commitment is to translate the expertise gained into maximum plant efficiency and maintenance of long-term performance. We provide an integrated, timely and effective service based on a "Total Quality" approach, of experience, know-how and nationwide services.

We continually invest in equipment and technology to refine our procedures and operating methods; we provide our services through internal staff to ensure autonomy and maximum responsiveness. Transparency is key to our work so that our customers can rely on constant control of the plants and the quality of services provided. Customer relations is our passion to building a lasting relationship of trust.

We have a dedicated internal team of specifically qualified, multi-disciplined engineers boasting significant expertise, all of whom are solution providers.

Main responsibilities

• Confirm comprehensiveness of accounts payable and receivable transactions with accuracy and timeliness
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings by completing of internal financial checks
• Payroll admin support
• Ensure bank reconciliations completeness and maintain general ledger journals timely manner
• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements for internal and external stakeholders
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and liaise with group subsidiaries to resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain financial records and documentation in compliance with internal coding procedures and external regulatory requirements
• Support the finance department and resolve general queries of the internal team
• Contribute to stock process improvement and efficiency in inventory operations

This role will report directly to Finance Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar finance or admin role
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g, Xero) and Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles - Essential
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset
• A degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, or related field is preferred

A great benefit package to include:

• Employee Assistant programme, 3rd party support for help when you need it
• Company sick pay
• Great company culture and regular social events
• Wellness Wednesday for 30 minutes every week for mindfulness on top of lunch break
• Extensive learning g and development programme
• Company mobile phone
• Laptop
• 25 days of annual leave plus Bank holidays

At Stern Energy, we are deeply committed to promoting equity and inclusion, and we celebrate the diversity of our team, both those who are with us today and those who will join us in the future. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social, cultural, or ethnic background, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and qualifications. We strive to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and free from discrimination or harassment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Finance

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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