Finance Assistant

SERT; Whiteley; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing renewable energy company in Whiteley is seeking a Final Account & Commercial Assistant to manage project final accounts and support the Commercial and Operations teams. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and experience in account reconciliation. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Business travel reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in account reconciliation or finance/admin support role preferred.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and reconcile final accounts with clients.
• Liaise with developers, internal teams, and clients.
• Support the Commercial Manager with reporting and project coordination.
• Assist Operations with project and account updates.
• Proactively chase missing information and meet key deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Proactive attitude

Confidence using Excel and accounting systems

Job description

Final Account & Commercial Assistant

Location: Whiteley, Hampshire (Hybrid)

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 DOE

Department: Finance & Operations

Reports to: Commercial Manager

About Us

We’re a fast-growing business in the renewable energy sector, helping to build a cleaner, greener future through innovative solar and photovoltaic (PV) solutions. Our culture is open, friendly, and collaborative — but we move fast. We’re proud of our strong sense of purpose and our ability to make real change in a rapidly evolving industry.

The Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for a Final Account & Commercial Assistant — someone proactive, confident, and eager to make a difference. You’ll play a key role in managing project final accounts, reconciling statements, and supporting our Commercial and Operations teams to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

If you love working in a fast‑paced environment, have great attention to detail, and enjoy building relationships with clients and colleagues alike, this is your chance to join a growing company at an exciting time.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and reconcile final accounts with clients, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Liaise with developers, internal teams, and clients to maintain clear and timely communication.
• Support the Commercial Manager with reporting, project coordination, and ad‑hoc tasks.
• Assist Operations with project and account updates, bridging gaps between departments.
• Be proactive — chasing missing information, spotting efficiencies, and helping meet key deadlines.
• Maintain professional, consistent communication across all channels.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in account reconciliation or a similar finance/admin support role (preferred, not essential).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Logical thinker with a problem‑solving mindset.
• Self‑motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
• Confident using Excel, accounting systems, and other office software.
• A positive, team‑oriented attitude and willingness to get stuck in.

Working at UPOWA

• Based primarily in Whiteley, with travel (expenses covered) to our other offices in Lee‑on‑the‑Solent and Bracknell.
• Hybrid working options available — we value flexibility and trust our people.
• Supportive, friendly team environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £27,000 - £30,000 DOE
• Pension scheme
• Business travel reimbursement
• Real career growth opportunities as we scale
• Be part of a purpose‑driven business in the renewable energy space